What happens if I stop wearing my tummy tuck compression garment?

Thank you for sharing your question.  Compression garments are recommended by surgeons to limit tissue swelling during recovery.  This affords patients improved comfort.  I would speak to your surgeon about your concerns, at 3.5 weeks you may be a good candidate to transition to a thinner garment such as Spanx.   

I appreciate your question.

I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.





The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.





Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.





Best of luck!





Dr. Schwartz





Board Certified Plastic Surgeon











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