What Are Things I Should Be Doing to Prepare for Breast Implant Surgery?

It’s
important that patients who are undergoing breast augmentation surgery prepare
for surgery in every possible way. This
will not only improve their result, but also the quality of their experience,
as well. It’s important to prepare
physically, medically, and mentally for this procedure.It’s important to be in good
physical condition before proceeding with this procedure. Ideally, results are best when patients are
within 10 percent of their ideal body weight.In some cases, patients are unable to reach this goal.This group of patients still benefits from
this procedure.In addition, it’s
important to maintain good nutrition, exercise regularly, and maintain a
healthy lifestyle.It’s also important to be medically
ready for breast augmentation surgery.Patients should be extensively evaluated to rule out other medical
conditions.Areas of particular concern
include cigarette smoking, blood pressure management, and the patient’s
baseline hemoglobin.Mental preparation for breast
augmentation is also extremely important.It helps lower anxiety levels before surgery.It’s important that you have a comfort level
with your anesthesiologist, surgeon, and surgical facility.It’s essential that all your questions be
answered so there are no surprises.Arrangements for postoperative care
also need to be in order.It’s important
to have a care-giver not only for yourself, but your children, as well.Addressing as many of these issues as
possible before surgery will significantly improve results and the quality of
your experience.

Thank you for your question. Before meeting with your surgeon, you may want to take the opportunity to discuss your concerns and expectations with one of our specialist plastic surgery nurses. She will give you information about this procedure and discuss what is involved in detail, including post-operative care and recovery. She will show you before and after photographs of patients who have had this surgery to help you understand what can be achieved.

As well as discussing the question of what is achievable aesthetically, your surgeon will also ask you about your medical history, examine your breasts, and photograph and measure you. Depending on your age and family history, your surgeon may recommend that you have a mammogram prior to your operation.

There are a number of factors that you and your surgeon need to take into account. What is the overall quality of your breast tissue and will a breast lift (mastopexy) also be necessary. Where should the incisions be hidden? Should the implant be positioned under or above the chest muscles? These all have an important bearing on the desired result. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Hoffman Estates Barrington Oakbrook Chicago 

Get the following:1. Comfortable clothing and a good supportive sports bra that closes in front.2. It’s a good idea to make extra food and have plenty of snacks and fluids on hand, all healthy of course!3. Arranging for child care, if necessary. 4. Fill all necessary prescriptions and put them in a convenient location (such as a bedside table). 5. don't take blood thinners at least two weeks before surgery.6 don't eat or drink anything at least 8 hours before surgery.You'll get instructions from your surgeon that you should follow. 

Unexpected pregnancy is very common in my practice after augmentation mammaplasty, so consider and prepare, or prevent as you wish. Not much else.... If you smoke, you should have stopped completely by three weeks before.

The best thing you can do to prepare for your breast augmentation is to communicate with your plastic surgeon and follow all instructions. You and your caretaker should be provided with instructions at your pre-operative appointment. You should also have post-operative and follow up appointments scheduled before surgery takes place. The recovery from breast augmentation surgery is typically very easy and patients are comfortable. But, it is important to follow all instructions.