Are compression garments for the abdominal area visible under clothing?

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I'm planning on proceeding with abdominal liposuction next month. I live in Holland so it will be summer, and I'm worried that I will be both too warm and limited in regards to what I can wear. Also, I'll have to cancel a lot of plans I made for my off time (i'm a student) . However, I am moving to the UK in July so it is my only option to do it now really, since I won't be able to afford it there and it will be harder for me to hide it from people. I thank you for your advice in advance

George Volpe, MD · Answer

In most cases, compression garments are not visible underneath clothing. However, of course this depends on what where. Plastic surgeons have varying amount of times depending on the individual as to how long one would recommend wearing a garment. They do help a lot in preventing bruising and also keeping swelling down and helping achieve your final result. My patients tell me they are not fun on hot and humid days.

Nicholas Jones, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Compression garments are commonly used after liposuction to aid in the healing process and to help prevent fluid from accumulating in the small tunnels created by the cannulas.  There is an array of garments that can be used postoperatively; some more fitting and less visible than others.  You can find these garments in your plastic surgeon's office, online, or your local shopping mall.  Typically, they are worn for the first 2-3 weeks following surgery depending on your surgeon's preference.   I would suggest discussing your options with your board certified plastic surgeon before surgery.  Good Day,Nicholas Jones, MD

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your question and provided
information as well.. This is the surgical
procedure that revolutionized cosmetic surgery becoming one of the most
performed cosmetic procedures. Subcutaneous tissue or fat is removed in order
to contour the body in a way that is harmonious and pleasing to the senses. It
can be performed in almost all regions of the body such as the neck, chin,
abdomen, back, buttocks, thighs, arms and ankles. Usually done through a small
incision in the skin through which a cannula connected to a vacuum is applied,
it can be performed alone or in combination with other procedures. After
liposuction your body is going to be really swollen for at least 2 to 4 months
after your surgery. It is important for you to wear your compression garment
for at least 6 months, the first 3 months 24/7 and then the last 3 months at
least 12 hours per day for your body get use to not having the faja for so many
time. When you remove it, your body can get swollen and also you can have pain.
Remember to also compress your body to prevent a seroma which is an
accumulation of liquid that has to be drained, it is hard to touch and also
really painful. Bruises are completely normal for almost 3 months from surgery,
that’s why is better for you to use a bruising cream and apply it all over your
body 3 times a day. To prevent bad circulation and swollen legs, use
compression socks. Brazilian butt lift can be performed with the same procedure
and for a month it will be swollen and it will drop a little bit without losing
it’s shape if you use your garment.. If you’re going to perform liposuction on
your inner, outer, anterior, lateral, postetior thighs, be careful and consult
with your surgeon what’s best for you, sometimes we have more extra skin than
fat, that can cause severe sagginess on our legs, which can be only be reversed
performing a thigh lift. Hugs!

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