How long before I can sit after BBL? How long do I have to sit on thighs using a pillow? When can I sit without a pillow?

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I am so confused because I have heard that you shouldn't sit until 2-4 weeks after your BBL with fat transfer but then you can sit on your thighs with a Boppy pillow OR whatever pillow you have. Why can't you sit for 2-4 weeks if you aren't sitting directly on your butt anyways after that time period? Is it the pressure that the sitting position puts on your butt or what?

James E. Hardy, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks for the question. The amount of time required before sitting on your backside is dependent on the individual surgeon's direction that is performing the BBL. For my patients, I allow them to sit right away in the forward position like you mention with the weight on their thighs with a fluffy pillow to cushion the fat cells. I find that this technique allows the fat cells to live as they normally would and allows much more comfort post op. Best of Luck...

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Each doctor has their own protocol. It is very important that you talk to him about your concerns and goals. I recommend my patients not to sit for more than 30 mins. every two hours, for the first 2 weeks, and always with the help of a boppy pillow. If you have any concerns, I suggest you follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

Adolfo Sesto, MD · Answer

You are completely right in your thinking. The normal way of sitting "always" is not directly over the buttocks, so there is no need for any pillow. None of us sit over the buttocks, but in the posterior part of the thighs, and if you did not have a tummy tuck you may also sleep over your back as usual.This kind of information is becoming an "urban legend".Happy Holidays.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Putting a lot of pressure on the buttocks right after surgery may compress the blood supply and damage the delicate fat cells injected into the buttocks.  Most surgeons recommend avoiding pressure on the area treated for several weeks.

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