How long do I have to wear the compression garment for after a BBL?

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I had to cut out the butt area in most of them . How long do I need to wear this for? Im trying to understand what exactly it is doing, I had lipo on my thighs but it's not tight enough on my thighs its making my butt look even bigger (which I don't like) , its helping on my waist and I imagine its covering the wounds which is important . But if I take it off now and again , for example in the evening is that bad?

Kamran Azad, MD · Answer

Every physician has their own recovery protocol, but for my patients I recommend wearing the garment for 6 weeks only taking it off to shower. The purpose of the compression garment is to reduce swelling and speed up recovery. It sounds as yours might not be the right fit, I would discuss your concerns in person with your plastic surgeon so they may help you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear water18,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Most plastic surgeons will aks you to wear it 24/7 for a few weeks. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
  Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Not all surgeons use compression garments or "cut-outs".  You are best to ask your surgeon to determine what he prefers.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
I recommend my patients use the garment for at least 3 months 24/7 to obtain the best results, however it is important use the correct compression garment. I suggest that you discuss the best options related with garments with your PS.

Good luck :)

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend my patients to wear the compression garment for 5 weeks 24/7 except for showering. Consult your surgeon since each surgeon has a slightly different post op instructions.

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