Boppy pillow vs. BBL pillow, what is better ?

Dear Oyukic,
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. Fat viability depends a lot of surgeon technique. The fat has to be placed back into the buttocks as soon as possible so that it has a greater chance of survival. It has to be placed carefully so that not too much fat is placed in only one area.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Select a pillow which will help off-load the pressure on your butt to your thighs. I do not recommend one pillow over the other, for SITTING, but the PS who performs you BBL may. Would recommend that you choose a dark color that will be less noticeable in your chair at work or in the seat of your car. For SLEEPING, my patient coordinator recommends a plastic inflatable with a hole in it (called a lilo), where instead of your tummy, you place your butt, so you can sleep on your back with pillows propping up your neck and head.

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 :)

I suggest you follow your plastic surgeons recommendations. If you don't have a plastic surgeon have a few in-person consultations with local board certified plastic surgeons in your area. Most plastic surgeons provide a BBL pillow if they recommend that for post-operative care.

best,

Mats Hagstrom MD