Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy After Plastic Surgery
Dr. JC Alvarez
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HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) - Reviews
I had a tummy tuck two years ago and the swelling lasted for weeks, with bruising that didn’t go away for almost a month. This time, I added HBOT to my recovery plan after my revision surgery, and I couldn’t believe the difference. By day four, the bruising was barely visible, and I was walking around with energy! The sessions are relaxing, and honestly, I wish I had done this the first time. Total game changer.
After my facelift last year, I felt drained for weeks and my face stayed swollen much longer than expected. When I had my eyelid surgery recently, my surgeon recommended HBOT. It was night and day. I felt clearer, more energized, and the puffiness went down so much faster. I even noticed my skin texture looked better than before. I’m officially a believer in the power of oxygen.
I had a breast reduction before and my scars were thick and dark for months. After my BBL, I started HBOT right after surgery—and the difference is incredible. The incisions healed clean, and the scarring is minimal. Plus, my pain was much more manageable this time. I wish this was standard care everywhere. It made me feel like my body was actually supported in healing.
This was my second liposuction—first one was rough. Lots of soreness, long-lasting swelling, and hard areas under the skin. My nurse suggested HBOT for round two, and it honestly felt like I had a superpower. No lumps, minimal pain, and I bounced back in days instead of weeks. I’m so glad I gave it a shot!
I’m someone who always struggles with healing—I have an autoimmune condition, and after my breast augmentation in the past, I had slow recovery and some infection concerns. This time around, I paired HBOT with my surgery and it was the smoothest recovery I’ve ever had. No redness, no complications, and my energy was way better. It made me feel safe, supported, and way more confident about the outcome.
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What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that involves breathing 100% pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. This dramatically increases the amount of oxygen your blood can carry, allowing your body to accelerate healing at the cellular level. Originally used for wound healing and treating decompression sickness, HBOT is now gaining traction in plastic surgery recovery for its remarkable regenerative benefits.A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a body contouring procedure that enhances the shape and volume of the buttocks using fat transfer instead of implants. Unlike traditional augmentation methods, BBL uses your own fat to sculpt and enhance your figure, providing a natural feel and appearance.
Dr. JC Alvarez specializes in advanced fat grafting techniques to ensure a smooth, lifted, and proportionate result.
How Does HBOT Work for Plastic Surgery Recovery?
During HBOT, patients enter a special chamber where the air pressure is 1.5 to 3 times higher than normal. Breathing 100% oxygen under this pressure:
• Dissolves oxygen directly into the plasma
• Enhances delivery of oxygen to hypoxic (oxygen-starved) surgical tissues
• Stimulates collagen production and angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth)
• Reduces swelling and inflammation by constricting blood vessels without limiting oxygen flow
• Boosts white blood cell activity to reduce the risk of infection
• Supports stem cell mobilization and tissue regeneration
Who Should Consider HBOT After Plastic Surgery?
HBOT is beneficial for a wide range of plastic surgery patients, especially those undergoing:
• Facelifts
• Tummy tucks (abdominoplasty)
• Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL)
• Liposuction
• Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
• Breast augmentation or reduction
• Hair transplants and skin grafts
It’s also highly recommended for patients with diabetes, autoimmune conditions, smoking history, or anyone looking for enhanced recovery and minimized downtime.
Reported Benefits of HBOT After Plastic Surgery
Patients and surgeons alike are reporting measurable improvements across multiple procedures. Here are the top benefits of adding HBOT to your post-op care:
✅ Faster Healing Time
Cuts down healing time by 30–50% in many cases by boosting tissue oxygenation and reducing oxidative stress.
✅ Reduced Swelling and Bruising
Most patients see noticeable reduction in inflammation and bruising after just 1–3 sessions.
✅ Lower Risk of Infection
Oxygen-rich environments are lethal to many bacteria, and HBOT enhances immune response.
✅ Improved Scar Formation
By increasing collagen synthesis and controlling inflammation, HBOT helps minimize scarring and fibrosis.
✅ Pain Reduction
Oxygen therapy reduces nerve inflammation and helps control post-op discomfort.
✅ Better Skin Quality
Enhanced blood flow and oxygenation give the skin a more youthful, vibrant appearance post-recovery.
✅ Supports Grafts and Fat Transfers
Greatly improves survival rates of skin flaps and fat grafts by improving oxygen delivery to vulnerable tissues.
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When Should You Use HBOT After Plastic Surgery?
Timing matters. Most patients benefit from starting HBOT within the first 24–72 hours post-op, but sessions can be helpful even weeks later—especially for those with complications like slow healing or persistent swelling.
Typical HBOT Protocol for Plastic Surgery Patients:
• Start: Day 1–3 post-op (as cleared by your surgeon)
• Frequency: 5–10 sessions, depending on the procedure and individual healing
• Duration: 30–60 minutes per session
Yes. Clinical research and patient experience show that HBOT can reduce healing time by 30% to 50% by increasing oxygen delivery to tissues and accelerating cellular repair.
Absolutely. By improving circulation and reducing inflammation, many patients notice a significant reduction in swelling and bruising—often after just 1 to 3 sessions.
One of the key differences is the use of advanced recovery tools like HBOT, which supercharge the body’s ability to heal and prevent complications.
Yes. By flooding tissues with oxygen and enhancing immune function, HBOT creates an environment that is less favorable for bacteria and helps your body fight off infections more efficiently.
Potentially, yes. HBOT helps your body heal faster and better, which can translate into fewer days off, less pain, and an easier recovery overall.
Yes. Many professional athletes and celebrities use HBOT to recover quickly from injuries, surgeries, or to maintain peak performance and appearance.
It does. Tissue regeneration, collagen production, new blood vessel formation, and detoxification are all highly oxygen-dependent processes.
Definitely. By increasing oxygen supply to the skin, HBOT promotes smoother, healthier tissue, reduces fibrosis, and supports more aesthetically pleasing scar formation.
Exactly. HBOT enhances the body’s natural recovery systems—acting like a metabolic “reset” that optimizes healing and surgical results from the inside out.
Without a doubt. If you’ve already made a major investment in your appearance, it makes sense to protect and enhance your results with a therapy that raises the standard of care.
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