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I do not recommend high intensity exercise for 6 weeks after surgery. You should definitely not smoke during that period, and alcohol consumption should be limited. The results will be worth it. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Hello dear!!Thanks for the question and provided information as well.I recommend my patients to wait at least 4-6 weeks before resuming their workout routine (cardio, lift, etc.).Lifting, squats and lunges after a BBL will only help increase muscle bulk and definition and achieve a more projected buttocks.If you have any concerns, I suggest you to follow up close with your plastic surgeon.Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)
I would have you wait at least a month before high intensity exercise. You should avoid alcohol while you are on narcotic pain meds, and avoid smoking for at least one month.
Thanks for the question. After 6-8 weeks your surgery area is totally healed and yes you can dancing and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.
I have a lot of patients who smoke marijuana, and I have them stop before surgery and after surgery for at least 6 weeks. You do not want to compromise your result. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Lumps after Brazilian buttlift could represent fat necrosis. Given that you are 2 weeks after surgery, painful lumps need an evaluation. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Hypothyroidism that is controlled will not pose an additional risk or impact the success of your Brazilian buttlift. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
You will likely not have an issue, but bloodwork can be drawn prior to surgery determine hemoglobin levels if there is a concern. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Although I have been fortunate not to have such an occurrence, I think that there is a possibility of this happening and is likely not technique dependent. Sometimes less than optimal outcomes happen to good patients and good surgeons alike. I would continue to follow...
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