How Tight Should Garment Be After Double Chin Liposuction?

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I had smart lipo on my chin to eliminate my double chin on 7/7/12 and was not pleased with the results. My Dr. suggested a touch-up, so, last week 1/5/13 I had a touch up. The first time I had the procedure my Dr. suggested I wear a garment for two weeks 24/7 and to sleep thereafter.

George Bitar, MD · Answer

Compression garments help manage swelling, increase comfort and may decrease fluid accumulation in dependent areas.  They do not improve the final cosmetic result.  They shoud provide support but not be too tight as they can cause wrinkles in the skin or injure the skin. I would recommend you discuss the recommendations further with your doctor.

William J. Vinyard, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. The purpose of using compression garments after a liposuction procedure is to minimize the amount of swelling that develops after the procedure. Gentle compression is all that is needed to minimize the swelling. It is important that the garment fits correctly and that no creases develop underneath the garment. If any creases or indentations begin to develop, I will usually ask my patients to discontinue use of the garment. In addition, I recommend my patients begin gentle massage of the area one to two weeks after the procedure to help eliminate the swelling. I hope this helps. Best wishes!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I would recommend wearing the compression garment as you did the first time, but you can never go wrong with calling your surgeon.

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

The garment should be snug around the neck area, enough to help with swelling. We recommend wearing the garment for 3 full days, but everyone reacts differently with swelling.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

A liposuction neck garment should be snug but not too tight that it becomes constrictive.  Best to ask you surgeon.

How Tight Should Garment Be After Double Chin Liposuction?

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