6 weeks post-op. My butt went from round and perky to flat and droopy. Can this be fixed? (photo)

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I had a BBL done 6 weeks ago. I just now started sitting. I made sure to follow all directions. I have wore pajamas for 6 weeks. My butt since the swelling has left looks horrible. It is back flat and my fat has slid down into the bottom right corner of my butt forming a teardrop. It droops! I’m so depressed. I contacted the surgery center and they said wait 6 months and then contact them if I’m still not happy. My butt went from round and perky to flat and droopy? Can this be fixed?

John E. Nees, MD · Answer

Hi andwelcome to our forum!Congratulationson your recent procedure...The procedure of BBL is an"insult" to the soft tissues, resulting in swelling which willinitially totally obscure the operative result. Thepurpose of a compression garment is to prevent bleeding and to controlswelling. We usually recommend its use for the first 4-6 weeks after theprocedure. 60-80%of the swelling should subside within the first 6 weeks, with the remainderslowly subsiding over 6-12 months. In addition, the skin envelope will readjust to accommodate the additional volume over a number of months.It is a bit early to consider revision as the final result is not yet apparent.Continuefollowup care with your plastic surgeon. We usually recommend waiting 6 months before considering revisional surgery to allow subsidence of swelling and the hypervascularity of healing. 15% of cosmetic surgeries require a secondary touchup.Best wishes...

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear ccoulter0006,
I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a BBL surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides  you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Wait at least six months for round two as the resolution of swelling over the liposuctioned areas may take that period of time. The revision implies that there is less fat than the first time, and scar tissue will make the surgery much more difficult on the surgeon.
Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. After a BBL, only about 70% of the transferred fat cells will survive, so it is normal to see a minor reduction in your buttocks.
Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Michael L. Spann, MD · Answer

Six weeks is a little early to be too concerned (unless the area is warm, draining, or painful). The areas treated will continue to evolve as the grafted fat establishes blood supply and the swelling resolves. I typically recommend holding on revisions until a minimum of 3 months. Stay in contact with your surgeon and best wishes on your recovery.

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