Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, CO, is led by two board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams. They’ll guide you through the healing process after body contouring, breast surgery, and other procedures.
Why Compression Garments Are Used
After surgery, swelling and temporary fluid buildup in the treated area are common. A compression garment applies steady, controlled pressure. Depending on your procedure, it can help support healing tissues, reduce inflammation, protect the area from unnecessary movement, and make you feel more secure as you walk and move around.
Compression may be used after body procedures such as liposuction, tummy tuck, and mommy makeover surgery. It may also be part of recovery after some breast surgeries, although the specific type of garment can differ.
Fit Matters More Than Tightness
A compression garment should feel supportive, not painfully tight. Too much pressure can irritate incisions, affect circulation, or make swelling worse in nearby areas. Too little support may not give you the intended benefit.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions for:
- When to start wearing the garment
- How many hours per day to wear it
- When to remove it for showering
- How long to continue using it
- What signs of irritation or tightness to report
Don’t switch garment styles or sizing without asking your surgical team. The right fit can change as swelling improves.
Compression Is Only One Part of Healing
Wearing your garment as directed can help, but recovery also depends on rest, nutrition, hydration, gentle walking, and avoiding returning to activities too soon.
Activity limits after a mommy makeover often last several weeks, with many normal activities resuming around six weeks, depending on the procedures performed.
Plastic Surgery Recovery Support in Lone Tree, CO
The right postoperative garment can provide support and make movement feel more comfortable during recovery. If you want to learn more about breast surgery, body contouring, or other procedures, Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams at Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, CO, are here to help. Contact us or call 303-706-1100.
