Flying after Breast implants revision

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A: Breast implants and flying

By Nina S. Naidu, MD - New York City Plastic Surgeon

Most surgeons will recommend waiting 10-14 days after surgery before flying home. The airplane cabin is pressurized, so this does not pose a risk to your implants, but you should recover from your surgery prior to flying in the event that you have a complication, such as bleeding, which needs... more

A: flying after breast surgery

By Darrick E. Antell, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

The airplane cabins are pressurized so I do not object to flying and have had patients go home shortly after surgery and then fly back for post operative appointments. However, you need to clear this with your surgeon to be sure you understand the limitations. Avoid activities likely to raise your... more

A: Traveling after breast surgery

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Every surgeon is different, and there are no set criteria for flying after surgery. Definitely talk to your doctor's office. I usually like patients to stay in town for at least one week after surgery to make sure everything is OK. Stay well hydrated and move your legs a lot to help minimize... more

A: Traveling after cosmetic surgery

By Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD - Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Hi Chanel7 - Traveling after cosmetic surgery is okay as long as you clear it with your plastic surgeon. There really is no set standard, but I recommend waiting on week to see if any complications arise and to allow your body to heal before flying. Traveling great distances for surgery can be fine... more

A: Flying after Breast Implant revision

By John P. Stratis, MD - Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

You should be calling and checking with your surgeon. Each of us will have our own little quirks and answers. There is no right answer based on any scientific studies but generally most of the "immediate issues" should be done by 2- 3 days after the procedure.

A: Plan to stay a minimum of4-5 days

By Francisco Canales, MD - Sonoma Valley Plastic Surgeon

I would suggest staying a minimum of 4-5 days and longer if possible. It is, after all a revision, and you may need drains or extra work done during the surgery. You do not want to stir up any bleeding by being too active in the immediate postop period. You certainly don't want to carry bags,... more

A: How long until I can take a 2 1/2 hour flight after breast augmentation revision?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

From a safety to you point of view, you could fly / drive a short distance within 24-36 hours after this procedure. It goes without saying that you need to keep hydrated and move your legs to lower the risk of blood clot formation. There is nothing magical about flying since none of us these days fly in... more

A: Flying after Breast Implants

By John Whitt, MD - Louisville Plastic Surgeon

You should ask this question to your surgeon. If you are flying in a pressurized cabin, I would have no problem with you flying shortly after surgery. However, I would want you to stay close by for a few days anyway to make certain that there are no post-op problems which need to be addressed.

A: Traveling after breast implant revision surgery

By Kevin Brenner, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

I care for many patients from out of state, so this is a very common question in my practice. I do like to have frequent contact with my patients during the first week after surgery, so that I can manage their sutures and dressings and deal with any problems that might occur. Although it rarely occurs, the... more