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Wearing a Compression Band for 6 Months After Breast Augmentation?

After surgery the doctor told me to wear something like compression band above my breast constantly for no less than 6 month… Isn’t it...

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Pros and Cons of Surgical Bra Vs. Sports Bra After Breast Augmentation?

Is it safe to wear a sports bra while recovering from breast augmentation surgery, or should I invest in a surgical bra? Does it depend on each person?

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"Compression" Bra Versus "Sports" Bra

What is the difference between a compression bra & a sports bra? Although my surgeon provides a compression bra after surgery, I will need some...

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Are Post Surgery Bra's for Support or to Keep Compression?

I am 11 days out and the bra is my only issue. I am wearing an XL sports bra but by the end of the day my breats and back or tingling like it is too...

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How Long After Breast Lift and Augmentation Do I Need to Wear the Surgical Bra?

I had a full breast lift and a 700cc silicone breast augmentation. Is it necessary for me to wear a sports bra for 3-6 months and also to bed? I would...

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Is It Normal for my Breast to Look This Way 5 Days Post Op? (photo)

I just had surgery and had a bilateral breast augmentation with smooth rnd mod plus profile saline. My right breast was about 50cc larger than my left...

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Best Garments and Gadgets for Recovery from Breast Augmentation?

Since my last breast augmentation 20 years ago, it appears that many new post-op items have come onto the market including: compression bras with...

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What Does Post-operation Bra Do to the New Breasts?

Providing support or compression? I'm asking the question because my current one (sports bra) is a bit too tight on me, and I'm worried about the...

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I Accidentally Dried my Compression Bra, and I Am Very Itchy. Should I Call my Doctor About This?

I'm on my third day after breast augmentation. I accidentally dried my Compression Bras in the dryer after having breast augmentation. The braw is...

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Should I Continue to Wear Compression Band 30 Days Post Breast Implant Surgery? (photos)

Dear Doctor, I had 200cc Mentor silicone textured surface implants on 10th Oct and had been wearing compression band (see photo) 24/7 since 11th Oct....

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