What is the recovery time for liposuction on thighs?

What is the recovery time for liposuction on thighs?

Patients who have significant liposuction on both the inner and outer thighs can expect a 2 week recovery period. Patients who have only a small amount of fat removed from any part of the thigh can expect a 7 to 10-day recovery.

How do I tighten my thighs after liposuction?

Consider Non-Surgical Skin Tightening If you have mild looseness or sagging after liposuction, non-surgical skin tightening using ultrasound might be the best option for you. Treatments such as Ultherapy use the energy produced by ultrasound to increase the production of collagen beneath the skin.

Can I sit after thigh lipo?

After liposuction you will have to avoid sitting for prolonged periods for at least 6 weeks, and try to sit up straight too. This is to prevent creases from forming in the abdominal skin. You will also have to wear loose clothing for a while.

How long should I wear compression garment after thigh liposuction?

Most people will need to wear compression garments for 4-6 weeks.

How long does outer thigh lipo take?

Liposuction is done on an outpatient basis and often takes between one to two hours. When you arrive, your thighs will be cleaned and marked for surgery. Tumescent fluid and anesthesia will be administered and the surgeon will begin after a few minutes.

How long does it take for your skin to tighten after lipo?

Every person is different and your plastic surgeon can talk with you about skin tightening as part of your body contouring procedure if warranted. Depending on how much fat is removed, you can expect to see final results between 1-3 months after the procedure.

What is the fastest way to recover from liposuction?

Keep Moving. Allow your body to rest and recover over the first 24 hours following liposuction. After the first 24 hours, light exercise, including short walks, can help to speed up the body’s healing process. Any intensive exercise should be avoided over the first few weeks.

How often can I shower after liposuction?

Keep your time in the shower to a minimum as your body continues to adjust. You must wear the recommended support garments for a minimum of 4-6 weeks, day and night unless otherwise instructed.

What is the best garment to wear after liposuction?

A girdle-like compression garment would be appropriate after liposuction of the abdomen, for instance, while compression stockings or sleeves would be recommended after liposuction of the legs or arms, respectively.

How should I sleep after liposuction?

If you sleep on your side, gravity will apply pressure to your incisions. We strongly recommend that you sleep on your back for the first three weeks following your procedure. However, if you have fat removed from your abdomen and back or buttocks, sleeping on your side will be okay.

How long after lipo do you see results?

Depending on how much fat is removed, you can expect to see final results between 1-3 months after the procedure.

What should I know about post-liposuction care?

Here’s your guide to post-liposuction care. Before your surgery, make sure you have these items easily available: It is normal for bloody fluid to drain on clothes and sheets for the first 24 to 72 hours after surgery. The fluid is put into the area before liposuction to make fat removal safer for you.

When can I remove the outer dressings after liposuction?

Depending on your surgeon’s preference, you can remove the outer dressings from the liposuction site 24 to 72 hours after surgery.

How long after liposuction can I swim (and why)?

Avoid still (non-running) water for two weeks after surgery. This includes baths, swimming pools, hot tubs, lakes, oceans, etc. Depending on your surgeon’s preference, you can remove the outer dressings from the liposuction site 24 to 72 hours after surgery. Your incisions may be left open or they may be closed with a stitch.

How can I prevent post-liposuction swelling and bruising?

Preventing swelling, bruising and inflammation before they occur by removing the subcutaneous blood-tinged fluids and encouraging lymphatic drainage is the ideal method for post-liposuction care.