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Lavinia Chong, MD answers: Is it safe to wear an underwire bra if I have breast implants?

I have have saline implants for nearly 1yr. Is it ok to wear underwire bras at this point? Just recently I am finding it painful ...obviously,if it hurts Im going to stop wearing the underwire lol..But I was wondering if I shouldnt be wearing them Ever??Thanks for your help.


Lavinia Chong, MD
3 months ago
By Lavinia Chong, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

There is no reason why you shouldn't be able to wear an underwire bra, one year after your saline breast aug.  Moreover, wearing a good supportive bra will help preserve your aesthetic results.  Have you ever found any attractive, nonunderwire bras? I don't think they exist, unless you shop in the preteen or Playtex section!

Le Mystere No 9 is a great line, which is especially designed for the augmented woman.  There are some websites which feature a full range of bras (Felina, Chantelle), such as www.barenecessities.com, www.HerRoom.com,  Ultimately, if you can't find a retailer, treat yourself to a proper fitting at a lingerie department. Good luck.

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By Farbod Esmailian, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

I usually allow my patients to start wearing a regular bra at 8 weeks. A push up bra, I generally discourage that until the implants have settled, which is at about 4 months time. At that point I feel that it is okay. Hope that answers your question.

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