At the end of the procedure, a lipopanty is applied in most cases. This is a special elastic garment that provides even support to the treated areas for an optimal result. The lipopanty should be worn almost continuously for about four weeks, except when washing. The material is easy to wash and dries quickly.
During the first 12 hours, fluid may leak from the small incisions. This fluid is light pink in color and mainly consists of the liquid injected during surgery, mixed with a few milliliters of blood. Sometimes a lot of fluid is released, sometimes only a little, both are normal.
A follow-up visit is scheduled six days after the procedure to remove the stitches.
Once the local anesthesia wears off, the treated areas will feel like significant bruising. Pain relief, such as paracetamol, is usually needed during the first few days, and ibuprofen can be used if necessary. The treated areas are often bruised.
During the first weeks, some swelling is normal. This gradually decreases, in part due to wearing the lipopanty. The final result is assessed at the follow-up visit approximately three months after the procedure.