What happens if you don't wear a binder after a TT?

Thank you for your question. I do not use a binder after a TT, but use a soft compression garment based on the patient's measurements. Binders never stay in place, unless you are a mannequin in a store window. You find that some surgeons are iffy in their answers, but I see faster resolution of swelling (I always do extensive liposuction with my TT's), better ultimate shape and comfort during healing.  Matter of fact, patients don't want to give up their compression garments even after six weeks of wearing them. We also combine the postop care with lymphatic massage and placement of thick soft foam inside the garment where I want added, selective  compression during the early healing.See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in consultation/evaluation. Good luck.

The use of compression garments varies by surgeon preference. Their purpose is to help control swelling and to help support and shape the body as it heals from surgery. I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about your concerns.

Thank you for your question. Speak with your surgeon about their specific recommendations. Only they can give you specific advice. My patients wear a binder after tummy tuck surgery, for comfort only. This is not a requirement and if they choose not to wear the binder then it doesn't change their results. After one week I have them discontinue the binder, and then they use a compression garment for 3-6 weeks.

Dear nunu5150,binders are used to help with prevention of swelling after surgery. Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon and follow his instructions.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

you may forget the procedure you had and over-stress your sutures that could lead to breakage or tearing, more seroma formation, especially if progressive tension sutures were not used, and swelling.  My patients wear binders or compression (is there a difference???) for 3-6 weeks, depending on whether the muscle was tightened or not.  Any reason you are against using a binder?