How long must you wear the foam sheets under garment after surgery ?

Question

Im getting a Lipo BBL surgery wanted to know how long do you wear foam sheets under your garment for after getting surgery

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! For my patients, I recommend they wear the foam underneath the garment we provide for the first 3 weeks post surgery, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. I recommend discussing specific post op questions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Eramirez118,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello Eramirez118,
I appreciate your questions! Every patient is unique and plastic surgeons have different post-operative protocols, customized for every patient, to achieve the best results. Based on my experience, wearing post-surgical specialized compression garments, immediately after the surgery, is an essential measure for speeding up patients’ recovery. I typically suggest my patients obtaining their specialized compression garments (2 of them) and one foam corset prior to the Brazilian Butt Lift surgery (BBL) so that they won’t have to worry about getting them after the procedure. I usually suggest them wearing the foam corset up to 8 weeks and the compression garments for 6 months, around the clock. These specially designed garments are fundamental in helping controlling swelling, bruising and also with contouring by preventing wrinkling of the skin and enhancing skin retraction. I recommend my patients switching to smaller/tighter garments as days go by and they get a smaller, beautifully sculpted figure after BBL. It’s always best to discuss with your plastic surgeon about the type of garment and wearing time that fits best your specific needs. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Post operative protocols will be provided to you by your PS's office; follow that advice! Plastic surgeon preferences for compression garments and length of time to wear differ. For a period of six weeks, my patients typically wear adjustable garments with multiple bands so that tension can be adjusted and the areas of liposuction are less likely to get a fluid collection.

Ken Dolynchuk, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. The amount of time varies with the surgeon. The original descriptions from Euope suggested  3 months of compression. Most American Plastic Surgeons recommend 4 weeks but I personally modify these suggestions and have patients wear the garments two weeks full time and then during the day for 4 additional weeks for a total of 6 weeks. The results are uniform and skin contours smooth with minimal inconvenience. However, you should probably discuss this with a board certified plastic surgeon when you see him or her in consultation. Hope this helps.

Daniel P. Markmann, MD · Answer

This is a question that you must ask your surgeon.   If you chose them, I assume it is because you like their results, therefore you should follow their recommendations.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

EramirezEvery surgeon has their own postoperative instructions you must follow.  I use a compressive garment that remains on for 4 weeks.  I do not use foam.Best of luck with your procedure.Dr T

How long must you wear the foam sheets under garment after surgery ?

Answers (7)

More Brazilian Butt Lift Questions

BBL uneven swelling? (photos)

Is having a drain for the BBL procedure necessary? Does the cell saver have to be requested or required?

What’s the best procedure available for someone my size for these results? (Photo)

I’m 5’2", 198 pounds pushing, 200 pounds. Do I have to lose weight before having a BBL procedure? If so, how much? (Photo)

11 weeks post op , unsure about my results. Will my waist get smaller? (photos)

I am 23 years old, I weight 270 lbs and I am 5’4. Can I get lipo and BBL only at my current weight?

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS