Drains v.s. no drains after aggressive full body lipo w/BBL fat?

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Hello, I am planning to have aggressive full-body lipo w/BBL fat transfer. I am concerned, because the doctor I have chosen for my procedure does not appear to use drains. I know this is a common practice & the body will eventually absorb the fluid, but I am concerned that w/o drains the fluid has a higher chance of crystallizing. I just want to make the best informed decision possible and know the pros and cons of both techniques. I am 35, 5'4, and 132 lbs (if that makes any difference).

Hampton A. Howell, MD · Answer

Hi. I have not found drains to be needed for this type of procedure.  Good luck and take care,Dr. Howell

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you very much for your question and
congratulations on your upcoming liposuction and Brazilian Butt Lift procedure.
In general, drains are not necessary following liposuction or a BBL. However, every
surgeon has a different set of recovery protocols, based on their preferences,
as well as the individual patient’s medical history and the surgical technique being
used. I recommend choosing a reputable, board certified plastic surgeon and
carefully following their recovery plan.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This will ultimately be due to the doctor's preference we use drains for more agressive approaches. If you're concerned, I recommend speaking to your Doctor about his procedures. For liposuction after care, I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. Best, Dr. Emer

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Every plastic surgeon is different. Some use drains some do not. It isn't that common to use drains for BBL. Drains are more appropriate for Tummy Tuck patients. However, you could be drained on follow up visits if the surgeon feels there is too much fluid. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Hoffman Estates Barrington Oakbrook Chicago

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I have not found drains necessary for liposuction and BBL cases if the compression garment is worn as instructed.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

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