Patients
who undergo liposuction can expect swelling and discomfort following this
procedure. In an effort to decrease swelling, most surgeons utilize compression
garments in the postoperative period. Although each patient should be
considered individually, we generally recommend three to four weeks of
compression following liposuction.
Compression minimizes swelling,
minimizes bruising, and decreases postoperative pain. It helps to remodel the
soft tissue by collapsing the tunnels created by the liposuction cannula and
controls skin shrinkage following the procedure. Compression contributes
significantly to the contour improvement seen with this procedure.
