Recovery, Aftercare & Complications

Sleeping Positions After BBL and Tummy Tuck: A Survival Guide

Patient resting semi‑upright on an adjustable bed with pillows and compression garment, travel documents and a donut cushion nearby illustrating recovery after BBL and tummy tuck

Proper sleeping position is one of the most important but often overlooked parts of recovery after a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and tummy tuck. This guide explains why positioning matters, offers step‑by‑step sleep strategies for different recovery stages, covers combined…

Scar Care: Best Products and Treatments After Surgery

Patient and plastic surgeon reviewing a healed surgical scar with scar care products and travel documents on a clinic table

Undergoing plastic surgery abroad requires extra planning for safe healing and optimal scar outcomes. This article explores how scars form, evidence-backed topical products, clinical treatments, and practical recovery steps tailored for medical travelers — plus what to pack, timelines for…

Lymphatic Massage: Why It’s Crucial After Lipo and BBL

Therapist performing gentle lymphatic massage on a patient in compression garments at a modern clinic with a passport and travel bag nearby

Planning plastic surgery abroad? If you’re considering liposuction or a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a key part of a safe, efficient recovery. This article explains how lymphatic massage speeds swelling resolution, lowers complication risk, and…