My daughter has swimming lesson two weeks after my smart lipo to abdomen, flanks, back procedure. It's a baby patent class. Will I be able to get in the pool? Can I leave compression garment on?
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May 22, 2016
Answer: VASER Hi Definition Liposuction / Body Contouring with Fat Grafting
Feeling itchy in your garment following liposuction is very normal. You want to do your best to keep your garment on at all times for as long as instructed by your surgeon. It is an integral part of your healing process. If the itching becomes overwhelming, you should contact your surgeon to...
Everything you are seeing is normal and due to swelling. The appearance of your abdomen will continue to improve as you continue to heal. Be patient with your recovery, this is all normal following liposuction. Good luck with your recovery.Dean Vistnes, MD.Vistnes Plastic SurgerySan Francisco...
Fat that is removed during liposuction is measured in liters. A liter of fat weighs about 2 pounds. This applies only to the fat, not the fluid that is removed.