After certain plastic interventions such as liposuction, it is recommended to wear a panty.
This helps to optimize the results while reducing the unpleasant effects of the operation. How long should the support panty be worn? What are its advantages?
Here is everything you need to know to understand the period of liposuction recovery.
What is liposuction ?
It is a cosmetic surgery that consists of removing excess fat (that could not be eliminated through sport and diet) from certain parts of the body such as the belly, thighs, buttocks, arms, hips… and this using fine cannulas.
The aim of this intervention is to obtain a more harmonious figure and therefore regain self confidence.
What is a support girdle?
A girdle is an elastic support garment worn after a surgery such as liposuction or tummy tuck.
The girdle has a compressive effect. Its purpose is to perfect the obtained result with the surgery while reducing the risk of the appearance of annoying postoperative side effects.
Benefits of postoperative girdles for women
There are several advantages of wearing a compression panty during liposuction recovery. Its compression and drainage action allows to :
Reduce postoperative oedema
Reduce the appearance of bruising
Ensure good healing
Increase the patient’s comfort
Reduce the risk of surface irregularities
Protect the operated area.
Although liposuction does not require large incisions, wearing a compression panty allows the skin to adhere better and heal more easily.
By exerting compression on the treated body part, the girdle limits the movement of the tissues affected by the surgery. As a result, the risk of surface irregularities that can occur after this type of surgery is reduced. Women feel more comfortable and gain comfort in their daily lives.
When is a support panty recommended?
The support panty is generally recommended after a body contouring surgery. This is the case during liposuction recovery or tummy tucks.
How long should I wear it?
The duration of the compression panty is approximately 3 to 4 weeks after the liposuction. It should be worn day and night. After one or two days, however, you can remove it to shower and clean it.
You must follow your surgeon’s recommendations and guidelines about your liposuction recovery for optimal results.
