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Anti-inflammatory for a BBL Thank you very much for this question. These substances are natural anti-inflammatories. To my knowledge there is no study regarding the effect of Quercetin and Bromelain on fat transfer. I would assume however that even if it does not have any benefit it will most likely not have a negative effect. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica
For my patients, I recommend Bromelain before surgery to assist in post operative swelling and healing. Please discuss with your surgeon in case there is a contradiction with his medication protocol or something specific to your health history. Good luck!
Dear ibelieve1968,I instruct my patients not to sit for 2 solid weeks. We provide them a specialized pillow that our patients can sit on during that time. They can sleep on their stomachs or sides. You should follow your surgeon's instructions. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American B...
Sitting or lying on the back should be avoided for the first couple of weeks after surgery, and cushions should be placed under the buttocks for several weeks afterwards, to avoid putting pressure on the buttocks while it heals. I recommend my patients should avoid sitting on anything hard, like...
Britney,Yes, you should have no bleeding concerns 3 weeks post op. Just watch out for stomach issues if you are taking Ibuprofen 3 times daily.Dr T
The question of the perfect weight as it relates to BBL is fast becoming one of the most commonly posted questions in the RealSelf community. While it is true BBL is a weight sensitive procedure (in the sense that you need fat to achieve your result), it is never a good idea to pursue short te...
Greetings. I recommend patients do not sit with direct contact to a surface for three weeks post-op. During that time, it is possible to sit with something such as BBL pillow/cushion. After three weeks, i allow patients to sit without any restrictions. Your surgeon will have his/her own pro...
Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery. Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside. At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day afte...