How long should you stay in compression after Smartlipo?

I generally advise my patients to wear compression 24/7 for two weeks, then at night only for an additional 2 weeks. It's always best to communicate with your plastic surgeon to find out what he or she recommends. Each of us is different with our requirements. As they say, if you get 2 plastic surgeons in a room, you'll get three opinions.

Usually, the larger the amount of fat removed, the longer the compression garment needs to be worn. For a full abdomen and flanks, 4-8 weeks is routine for most people. However, the time frame is highly individualized and generalizations are not accurate.

I typically have my patients wear their
compression garments for at least two weeks after their procedure. This helps
bring down the swelling as much as possible. I've had quite a few patients wear
them for longer in the past because they like the extra support