Breast Augmentation: Q&A
Ask a Question
Is There a Way to Know if my Breasts Are Still Swollen After an Augmentation Besides Just Waiting?
I had a BA done 18 days ago. I didn't feel that I had much swelling or even pain afterwards- just my breasts were riding a bit high which is normal. Anyway, now they've dropped to a very normal position and are soft. How do I know if I still have swelling or not? I had small implants placed (about 300cc's). I wanted to take advantage of a sale of size 30 bra's (I'm very petite 95lbs)and was sized at a D! I was close to a size B but had sag from pregnancy and nursing. Is this size possible?
Tags:
13 Doctor Answers |
Asked by
Houston3593
+2
Breast Augmentation
To properly assess breast size, waiting for 6-8 weeks is advised. Do not judge too soon. Be patient and wait until healing has completed.
+2
Is There a Way to Know if my Breasts Are Still Swollen After an Augmentation Besides Just Waiting?
On average swelling following augmentation can last for 2 to 3 months. Or I tell my patients 2 menstruation cycles before the final size can be determined. If you fit into a D-cup than lets hope it will be the same in a few months.
+1
Swelling after Breast Augmentation
In most cases there is not a great deal of swelling but the implants may sit higher and tend to soften and settle in the first two months. This is a tendency to downsize your bra circumference and up your cup size. You might try a 32C. You size may decrease slightly but no more than a cup size if that.
You might also like...
Real Stories
Taking Back my 20s!!! - Santa Monica, CA
I'm scheduled for my BA in 3 weeks and 6 days (didn't realize it was so close!!). I'm very...
+1
It takes about 3 months
On average, it takes about 3 months to see your final result from a breast augmentation. Women who have has children and have loose skin will see their results faster because their skin is already stretched out. Chances are you still have some swelling but should completely subside in a few more weeks. Your breasts may go down in size as the swelling goes away.
+1
Breast augmentation swelling
All breasts swell a bit after surgery. Certainly some swell more than others. I would give it 6-8 weeks and sometimes longer before getting sized for new bras.
+1
Swelling After Augmentation
If you are nearly three weeks post-op and your breasts are soft, you probably do not have a great deal of swelling at this point. A two cup size increase is somewhat unusual with a 300cc implant, but the key is your small frame. Remember that a 30D is the same cup size as a 34B. This might explain your situation.
+1
Breast Augmentation and Recovery
Is There a Way to Know if my Breasts Are Still Swollen After an Augmentation Besides Just Waiting?
I had a BA done 18 days ago. I didn't feel that I had much swelling or even pain afterwards- just my breasts were riding a bit high which is normal. Anyway, now they've dropped to a very normal position and are soft. How do I know if I still have swelling or not? I had small implants placed (about 300cc's). I wanted to take advantage of a sale of size 30 bra's (I'm very...
more
+1
You still have swelling
Your implants are above the muscle and still have swelling. You will See the final results at 3 months post surgery.
+1
Swelling Resolution After Breast Augmentation
In most patients swelling persists for 2-3 months after breast augmentation surgery. Implant settling also occurs over this time frame as well. Larger implants that produce a tightly stretched breast-skin envelope will likely take longer to settle in than smaller implants that are placing less stress on the breast. At 18 days post-op you have not reached the resolution of swelling yet, although it does seem you are progressing very well. I usually recommend that patients wait at least 2...
more
+1
Swelling post op
Swelling is normal postoperatively. Mild swelling can persist a couple of months. I think your concern is your bra size, not your appearance. You look great in the bra. Implants are sized by volume not cup size. I tell all of my patients that we are trying achieve the appearance you want, and it doesn't matter what cup size you wear as bras are made diferently, and you may wear a 34C in one brand and a 32D in another. A 300 cc implant is not...
more
Comments (0)