It's best to anticipate needing to wear a compression garment for several weeks after your liposuction procedure. Initially, your post-operative instructions may require continual wear. You'll remove the garment to shower but, once your skin is completely dry, you should reapply it. After approximately three weeks of good recovery, you may decrease your compression use to evenings only or when you feel you could use the support. Keep in mind that your liposuction compression garment is intended for several purposes. These include:
Preventing fluid buildup in the layer of fat that remains.
Protecting your stitches from disruption and unnecessary tugging.
Improving tissue recovery.
Minimizing swelling and bruising.
Improving circulation.
Promoting your ideal shape.