6 weeks post op BBL, did my fat die? Can this be corrected by wearing proper garment? (photos)

Hello dear, thank you for your inquiry! 6 weeks is definitely way too early to see your full potential results. Continue wearing the garment that your surgeon provided you with, follow his/her instructions and try your best to stay seated on your booty buddy. 

The percentage of fat graft which "takes" or does not resorb is a hot topic for debate (on average 50-70%). There are many techniques for harvest/preparation of fat. Ultimately, the technique each surgeon employs is that which he/she believes will improve graft survival. The percentage of graft survival will determine your final outcome.No matter the technique, 6 weeks is very early for passing any judgements. There will always be some degree of swelling which subsides over time. After swelling has subsided, there will be a point at which some of the grafted fat will have taken and the rest will resorb. You will look very different then relative to your current appearance. Allow for at least 3 months healing time. 
As always, discuss your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).Donovan Rosas MD
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Thanks for your photos and question.  At the 6 week point, you still may have quite a bit of swelling and very early on in the healing process.  I usually inform my patients that it can take several months before the swelling is gone sometimes longer.  I encourage my patients to wear their compressive garment for at least 4-6 weeks to help aid in shaping.My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon in order to receive a formal evaluation and develop a doctor patient relationship. BBL Postoperative Instructions

6 weeks is very minimal time. Your result will evolve over the next several months. Be patient. 

Although most of the injected fat will survive a fat transfer (60-70%) you will lose about one third of the transferred fat cells. If you are concerned you should certainly visit your plastic surgeon. After six weeks there is no added benefit of wearing a garment and it will not influence your final outcome.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno

it's too early to tell at this point, I would recommend you stay in close follow up with your surgeon.Best Regards,Dr. Michael Gartner

Thank you for your question and pictures. Final results start showing after three months post op. It's still a little early to know how your final results will be if you're only 6 months post op. I do highly recommend wearing your compression garment correctly and getting massages. 

Thanks so much for reaching out. You are very early in the healing process. I recommend waiting for six months and before making any final judgement on your results.  You should be in close contact with your surgeon and be sure to follow their recommendations closely.I hope this helps :-)

Thank you for your question.
The pictures are somewhat difficult to assess. The swelling and "lumps and bumps" are not unusual at this stage and should usually resolve over the next few months. Your surgeon will need to examine you to make sure that you do not have any other problems. He may advise some massages or other measures like pressure garments. Please follow his instructions. All The Best !

Thank you for the question and photos. It is normal for 30-40% of fat transferred to resorb and therefore buttocks look the fullest immediately post op. It takes 3-6 months for final results. It is best to follow up with your board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.