When can I sit? 3 months post op

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Hello! I had my BBL 3 months ago and so far it didn't get smaller but and I'm happy about that but when can I finally sit ? Can I still harm my fat cells by sitting? And will my buttock get smaller at this stage? Thank you for your answers in advance

Michael J. Denk, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question Nonalisa. You certainly may sit. If you are going to be sitting for an extended length of time (4 or more hours), I would recommend shifting your position every hour. At this point, the transplanted fat cells should be completely revascularized. There may be a very small amount of change, otherwise what you see is what you should keep. Best of luck.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your post. You should avoid sitting on your buttock for about two weeks after a 
fat transfer to the buttock (Brazilian buttock lift).  This will help 
prevent direct pressure on the delicate fat cells, which could cause 
them to atrophy and shrink.  You can modify your sitting by using 
pillows/cushions which are placed under the back of your thighs, to take
 the weight off of your buttock area. You should also sleep on your stomach for the first few weeks.

Positioning after this procedure is important if you want to have maximal results.

Please discuss this issue further with your board certified plastic surgeon.Good luck :)

Josef Hadeed, MD, FACS · Answer

Every plastic surgeon has their own individual protocol for when a patient may sit after BBL.  It is best to check with your particular surgeon.

Jason M. Petrungaro, MD, FACS · Answer

Wow, I am impressed that you have held out for a full 3 months!  Did your surgeon tell you that you needed to avoid sitting for this long?You are well past the non-sitting stage.  Every surgeon is different.  I require 4 weeks of no sitting for my BBL patients, because anything longer than that starts to become unrealistic.  At this point your fat has healed.  You are likely looking at your overall results, with possible subtle changes over the next 6-9 months.Congratulations on a successful surgery!

David Boudreault, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Nonalisa, It sounds like you have been very compliant with your sitting protocol.  Way to go! I usually tell my patients to avoid sitting for six weeks after surgery.  At that point, the fat that will survive should have the blood supply that it needs to be permanent.  Therefore, any change in your result after this point will likely be related to weight loss or weight gain.  I would certainly check with your surgeon to make sure that he/she has no concerns as well. Sending you my best, and congratulations on your BBL success!

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Wow,Three months is a long time to wait before sitting down.It would've been nice if you're operating surgeon reviewed postoperative care and instructions with youI typically ask my patients to avoid excessive movement and pressure for the first 2 to 3 weeks.At that point any grafted tissue will have an established blood supply or will be absorbed.At three months putting pressure on the area or exercising will not have any impact on your long-term outcome.you may experience some changes in volume over the next 3 to 6 months though if you're happy at three months most likely you're off to a good long-term results.Best,Mats Hagstrom M.D.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

You will not kill any fat cells by sitting especially after 3 months. Please enjoy your results and don't worry about your fat cells. Remember if you lose weight you will lose it from your buttocks and if you gain weight you will gain it in your buttocks.

When can I sit? 3 months post op

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