Enough Downtime for Breast Lift, Implant and Liposuction? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Enough Downtime for Breast Lift, Implant and Liposuction?

I am having Breast Lift with Breast Implants and Liposuction in 4 areas (abdomen and legs) next Friday. My questions is will I be ready to return to work in 4 days?

5 Doctor Answers | Asked by Medic in NC
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Recovery Time after Breast Surgery and Liposuction?

Thank you for the question. You will receive the most accurate diction of recovery time from your plastic surgeon who knows you and the operation plans much better than any online consultant can. Generally, I would suggest at least 7 to 10 days off work ( assuming a “non-strenuous” occupation) after the operations you have planned. Best wishes.
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Return to work after surgery

If you were just doing liposuction, I would say probably yes. But if you are doing a lift and implants, you may need some more time.
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Returning to work after cosmetic surgery

No, you will not be able to return to work in 4 days. The areas that will be liposuctioned will be sore but your breasts will be worse. If you can plan on working at home or part time it will be easier for you to get back to work. If you are planning on working 8 hurs day plus the commute it is way too much. The more activity you do the more you swell and the more uncomfortable you feel.

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Recovery for Breast Lift, Implant, and Liposuction

People tend to underestimate how much time they need to heal. Even when I have a patient who feels great after surgery, your body needs time. If you do too much too fast, you will swell and have increased pain and bruising. Your surgery: A breast lift does not hurt much (seems like it should, but it doesn't). The implants though, if placed under the muscle, will hurt. Usually, the pain is strong for the first 2-3 days, but my patients are usually on some form of medication for the first... more
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More than 4 day recovery for Breast lift, implants and liposuction

This seems like a very optimistic expectation for your post-operative recovery. In my opinion, I would recommend that you plan more time off. I would ask the plastic surgoen with whom you have consulted to determine if this is a reasonable timeline.
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