Will my buttt get any bigger after healing from a BBL? 1 wk post op. (photos)

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Had my bbl last Tuesday, lipo suction of the belly, back and flanks. I️ know swelling hasn’t came down from my stomach but I’m seriously bummed about my butt. I️ have only took the compression garment off twice to shower, I️ haven’t sat on my butt I️ haven’t drove, laid down or anything! I’m so confused why it still looks the same besides a little wider... wider wasn’t what I️ asked for. I️ the conversation was stick out be round and very plump!

Michael S. Lofgren, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the question and photos.  The simple answer is that no, your buttocks will not get any larger. It will actually get a little smaller.  Some of the fat that was transferred will breakdown and be reabsorbed and the swelling will also subside.   But... the appearance will still change dramatically.  You are very early in the healing process and it will take several more weeks for the swelling to subside and the skin to retract in the areas where the liposuction was done.  Specifically the lower back and hip rolls.  This will accentuate the shape and overall size of the buttocks once it does. 
Continue to follow your surgeons instructions and follow up with them as scheduled.  
Best wishes!

Mel T. Ortega, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
 Too early to judge on the final result. You are still at the healing stage. The area in your lower back will be still bruised and swollen and this will take 8-12 weeks to settle. Wear your garment and keep your follow up with your surgeon.

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