How long after lipo 360 and BBL do you have to wear the ab board and foams?

Hello hdaanouni,

It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! Every patient is unique and plastic surgeons have different post-operative protocols, customized for every patient, to achieve the best results. Based on my experience, wearing post-surgical specialized compression garments, immediately after the surgery, is an essential measure for speeding up patients’ recovery. I typically suggest my patients obtaining their specialized compression garments (2 of them) and one foam corset prior to the Brazilian Butt Lift surgery (BBL) so that they won’t have to worry about getting them after the procedure. I usually suggest them wearing the foam corset up to 8 weeks and the compression garments for 6 months, around the clock. These specially designed garments are fundamental in helping controlling swelling, bruising and also with contouring by preventing wrinkling of the skin and enhancing skin retraction. I recommend my patients switching to smaller/tighter garments as days go by and they get a smaller, beautifully sculpted figure after BBL. It’s always best to discuss with your plastic surgeon about the type of garment and wearing time that fits best your specific needs. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

All doctors have different rules on compression. The BBL is basic liposuction that I have my patients wear compression for 6 weeks to keep the swelling down . Contour irregularities I start addressing at about 4 weeks with massage program thru the girdle....using electric massage wands like you can find at CVS/Walgreens  termed back massagers

I recommend a properly fitted compression garment for the first 6 weeks following lipo 360 and BBL, but your surgeon should be your best reference in this matter.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA