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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?

3 answers to “Enough downtime for Breast Lift,...”

A: Returning to work after cosmetic surgery

Sharon Theresa McLaughlin MD

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.... more

A: Recovery for Breast Lift, Implant, and Liposuction

Lauren Greenberg, MD

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).... more

A: More than 4 day recovery for Breast lift, implants and liposuction

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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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