3 Important Rules After a Breast Augmentation?

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Latest answer by Glenn M. Davis, MD
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Tags: exercise, lifting, movement, recovery

While recovering from breast surgery, what are the top 3 things rules that patients need to follow.

9 answers to 3 Important Rules After a Breast Augmentation?

The important rules are before the surgery, not after

In practice, it does not matter a great deal what you do after the surgery. Yes, wear a bra for protection, comfort and support, day and night for at least two weeks and up to a month. Avoid vigorous physical activity for a month (like water-skiing). There is no evidence that breast massage helps. Bottom line, it is rare for a patient to do something to compromise the result. Usually the discomfort prevents them. What is more important is surgeon and... more

Eric Swanson MD
Leawood Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation recovery

3 important rules to follow after breast augmentation: 1. Follow the instructions of your surgeon 2. Follow the instructions of your surgeon 3. Follow the instructions of your surgeon You chose your surgeon, presumably because you trusted that they would communicate well with you, do the best work, make the correct and safest decisions with your goals in mind, guide you through your recovery period with carefully selected post-operative instructions tailored to your specific... more

Robert M. Grenley, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

www.seattleplasticsurgery.com

3 Key Tips for Breast Augmentation Recovery

1. Follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions. (Take medications as directed. Get plenty of rest. Don’t over exert yourself for the first few days. Attend all post-op appointments.) 2. Be realistic in your expectations. You will have swelling and maybe some bruising. Use ice packs (or bags of frozen veggies) to reduce post-op swelling. 3. If you smoke, stop smoking for at least 6 weeks before surgery and don’t smoke during your recovery. Smoking greatly... more

Glenn M. Davis, MD
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

www.drgmdavis.com

3 things to remember after your breast augmentation

The first and most important thing to remember after a breast augmentation is to follow your doctor's instructions. It is also extremely important to wear your sports bra at all times except when showering. The sports bra protects the breast and helps the body to form a capsule around the implant. Remember to not lift push or pull anything over 20 pounds for the 6 week post op period. Lastly, DO NOT sleep on your stomach or your side until your doctor has released you to do... more

Leo Lapuerta, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Take it easy after breast augmentation surgery

Most patients feel very well within one to two days after breast augmentation surgery. The important thing to remember though is to take it easy for the first week to two weeks after surgery. Do not over exert yourself, even though you may feel well enough. Rest for the first three to four days to a week. No heavy lifting. No heavy exercise. Do not get your incisions wet for two to three days. see video

James Tang, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

3 Essential Rules while Recovering from Breast Augmentation

No matter what type of breast implant surgery you have or who your surgeon is, these three essential rules are universal during recovery: Read your postop instruction carefully and follow them to the letter. It will answer most of your concerns, optimize outcome, and prevent possible problems. Use common sense. Listen to your body and if it doesn't feel right don't do it. Be patient. Your immediate results will often not reflect how you... more

Adam Hamawy, MD
Westchester Plastic Surgeon

Three important rules of breast augmentation

In order to have a safe experience and the results you want from breast augmentation there are three simple rules to follow. First, find a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery who will spend time to hear your concerns and goals. Second, communicate fully your expectations of the ideal 'you' and show your surgeon just how you wish to look. Third, follow the recovery plan spelled out by surgeon as all should have instructions and office visits to see you through... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

Breast Augmentation Recovery and Healing

There are many extrinsic factors/rules that may influence your outcome following a breast augmentation. However, prioritizng it to the 3 most important "rules" necessitates it to be specific to your personal situtaion.

Chen Lee, MD
Montreal Plastic Surgeon

Recovery after breast augmentation

There are many important guidelines to follow after breast augmentation- your plastic surgeon should outline these for you during your consultation. You should avoid heavy lifting for four to six weeks, avoid going into water (pool/ocean) for several weeks, you should wear a supportive, non-wire bra for about four weeks. Each surgeon will have a different protocol to follow, so listen to your surgeon carefully. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno