Can I sleep on my back after a BBL?

The concept of not sleeping on your back after a BBL is based on the theory that it's not healthy for the newly implanted fat cells to have pressure applied directly to these semi viable cells for any extended period of time.  I have not actually seen any papers validating this theory.  However, since it theoretically makes sense, I suggest that when you sleep on your back after a BBL, you should place pillows or wedges in such a way as to keep any direct pressure off the portion of the buttocks which has newly transplanted fat cells.Foam wedges probably make more sense than pillows, but either one if placed correctly would decrease the chance of injury to your new BBL.

Yes, you have a couple of options:  you can sleep on your sides, or place pillows underneath your thighs and lower back.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA