Appropriate compression garment for fat transfer to hips?

     The compression garment will vary with the surgeon, but I use an abdominal compression garment that does not compress the hips or buttocks.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Dear Socalcutie,
Thank you for your questions. Each Plastic Surgeon has there own postoperative protocol and I suggest you ask your chosen Plastic Surgeon their preferences.
In general, patients undergoing liposuction and lipoinjection there are custom fitted first stage compression garments (usually measured and ordered by the Plastic Surgeons office)that are  worn for the first six weeks. 
After the majority of the swelling has dissipated I will have my patients move to a less compressive and more form fitting compression garment (Spanks like) usually worn for additional 6 weeks. 
I trust your Plastic Surgeon is Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and who are ideally a  member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).
My best wishes on a safe and successful surgical experience.
Dr. R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600

Most surgeons have their own preference in post-operative garments.  There are many good brands for your particular needs.  What is important is that the garment you wear covers all areas treated  (both liposuction and fat transfer areas) and slightly beyond those areas.  Another very important issue is that the garment fits smoothly throughout all areas treated with no folding or wrinkling.  Wrinkles and folds can leave permanent contour irregularities.  I would normally have the patient wear that first stage garment for about 2 weeks.  After the 2 weeks, then they can switch to a second stage type of garment.