Is it normal and safe to not wear faja after BBL surgery?

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Hello, I came to this one surgeon for a consultation. She told me that I will not wear the fajas the first week after surgery because she will wrap me up, is this normal and safe to do? She also said that she does not have compression socks for me and I will not need to wear it. She does not offer any massages and massages are not required for BBL. Please help me clear this out because it's quite suspicious because her procedures are different from everyone else.

Matthew J. Nykiel, MD · Answer

Hello and great question. I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure. My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel. I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Butt Augmentation Specialist.
It is very important to wear your Faja all the time to minimize swelling during your healing process.⁠ We recommend it 24/7 for the first 6 weeks removing only to shower. 
I would definitely recommend doing an in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in this procedure and who can suggest what is needed. I hope that helps! Best of luck!

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question. Each surgeon has their own specific pre operative and post operative instructions they follow. Therefor, it may differ among the surgeons you choose to consult with. I provide patients with an abdominal binder after surgery which they are instructed to wear for a few days post op. I then provide a referral for a Faja specialist if they choose they want to wear one but it is optional. I also offer massages included in the post op package as I believe it is important and necessary for smooth results. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The PS you have selected to perform your BBL should provide you with post operative instructions, one of which will be the type of compression garment and length of wear.  Based upon his/her experience not all PSs recommend a compression garment as each patient is unique. 
Our office provides our BBL patients with an adjustable compression garment manufactured by Clear Point.  The  patients like the support it provides to the back and to the abdomen.  The only complaint I have heard is related to the "itchiness" of the fabric which can be remedied by wearing a soft t-shirt under the garment.
The patients who tend to have healing issues with larger volume liposuction procedures tend to be the ones who do not wear the compression garments at all, wear them very inconsistently, or do not wear them snugly covering all areas of liposuction. I prefer adjustable garments with multiple bands so that tension can be adjusted. The key here is the size and the ability to tighten the garment, not the brand or make.
I do not recommend lymphatic massages for my patients after liposuction and BBL.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear azen7179,
some plastic surgeons recommend compression garments, others don't. But 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

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Every doctor has their preferences in regards to compression garments. I suggest my patients use a full body compression garment (that closes with clips), 24/7 for the first 3 months, and after that, for 12 hours a day for 3 more months, to get the best results.
It is important for the compression garment to be very tight, for it to help with the swelling, after surgery, and to use it with a cotton t-shirt underneath to avoid garment burns. 
Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Is it normal and safe to not wear faja after BBL surgery?

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