How long do I have to wear my faja after a BBL and Lipo?

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Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! For my patients having a BBL procedure, I recommend they wear the compression garment that 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 instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. I  have my liposuction patients wear a compression garment (faja) covering all treated 24/7 except to shower for 4 weeks post op.  This helps ontrol swelling as the compression on your tissues helps your body to reabsorb the edema fluid that accumulates in the tissues after any procedure. This can take quite some time to happen without help from the compression garments.  It also helps improve  contour.  Compression helps to keep the tissues adherent to the underlying structures while healing, this can help prevent the wrinkled skin appearance that can happen when the tissues heal in ways we don't want them to.

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello ademile, 
It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! Plastic surgeons have different post-operative protocols customized for every patient to achieve optimal results. I usually recommend my patients wearing specialized compression garments around the clock, starting immediately after surgery, during approximately six months, to reduce swelling and help their skin contract smoothly to their new body’s contours. Since ill-fitting garments can lead to contour irregularities, I advise my patients about the correct method of using them, to limit folds and creases in the garments, and regularly check if they are worn properly. Since every case is different, consult with your plastic surgeon about your specific needs and concerns. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The type of compression garment and the length of wear is plastic surgeon dependent.  Follow your plastic surgeon's post-operative guidelines as he/she knows the extent of your surgery and how well you are healing.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Adolfo Sesto, MD · Answer

Hello ademile. I recommend my patients to use it for 6 weeks by day only.28 year experience
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How long do I have to wear my faja after a BBL and Lipo?

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