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Is It Important to Use Sport Bra After Breast Augmentation?

asked 1 year ago by Raleigh-Durham NC9079 in Raleigh-Durham NC
Latest answer by Michael Vincent, MD
Question viewed 2,364 times
Tags: breasts, female

I had my breast augmentation recently. I was wondering if I have to use sport bra after surgery or it's enough to use (elastic band)doctor gave to me. My implants are Silicone Natrelle 421cc. If I don't use sport bra, my silicone are going to look down? Frankly speaking I don't know what size I have to use ( S, M, L or XL?). Thank you for your time. I'll thank you for your soon response.

18 answers to Is It Important to Use Sport Bra After Breast Augmentation?

Sports bra after breast enlargement--Pros and Cons.

Some surgeons use compression to reduce swelling, bruising, and/or bleeding after breast augmentation surgery. I believe careful surgery and control of all bleeding at the time of surgery is preferable to a tight wrap or surgical bra after surgery, as I feel even a small amount of bleeding can increase the risk of capsular contracture. Other surgeons may use a bra to maintain position, hoping to minimize the potential for implants "dropping" too low or "bottoming out"... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

Support sport bra after breast augmentation is mostly for comfort.

After breast augmentation, the chest wall needs to rest for a few weeks until healing is sufficiently in progress. Sports bras probably will not effect any final outcome but the support they give usually gives the patient some comfort. Therefore, most women choose to use a bra for a few weeks.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Sports bra after breast augmentation?

Always follow your Plastic Surgeon's postoperative instructions. They performed the procedure and have intimate knowledge of what was done and what they wanted to accomplish. I will vary my postoperative instructions on a patient-to-patient basis, as should every Plastic Surgeon. One thing I don't vary is postoperative support: Bigger breasts mean heavier breasts. Gravity pulls more on heavier things. Just because you are lying down doesn't mean you are affected... more

William A. Wallace, MD, FACS
Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

Need for compression bra after breast implant augmentation

There are a variety of reasons for why some surgeons use a compression bra after surgery that may have an effect on the final result while other surgeons do not feel they are necessary. From your description it is difficult to know which is the case. In most instances, they are not necessary but provide great relief while exercising or during activity. Consult with your surgeon regarding the need for the bra in your unique instance. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

What type of bra to wear after Breast Augmentation Surgery

I would agree with many of the other surgeons, that it is always best to follow your own surgeon's routine, Your surgeon will know you, and the type of surgery the best, and will have your best interests at heart. The wearing of an elastic band after breast augmentation is common, especially when the implants have been placed underneath the pectoralis muscle. Implants can ride a little high at first, so an elastic band is often used at first to help encourage the... more

Michael Vincent, MD
Rockville Plastic Surgeon

Sports Bra After Breast Implant Surgery

As you can see from the other responses, we all have our own routines as far as the post-operative garments our patients wear. Your own surgeon is no different and like the old saying goes, "There are a million ways to skin a cat!" The most important thing about a post-operative garment is that it provides support and is comfortable. The only thing I do not let my patients use right after a breast augmentation is an underwire bra. Underwires can work against the implant as... more

Babak Dadvand, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Sports Bra after Breast Augmentation

I generally recommend a soft support bra for 4 weeks to maintain the position of the implant. As long as the bra is offering enough support and without wire, it should not affect your overall result. If not discussed in the preoperative consult or written in the post op instructions, call your plastic surgeons office to find out their protocol. I wish you a safe and healthy recovery!! Paul S. Gill, M.D. Gill Plastic Surgery Houston... more

Paul S. Gill, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.drpaulgill.com

Sports bra after breast augmentation

Always best to follow your Plastic Surgeons protocol. Each of us may have a different technique. Further, your individual tissues may have necessitated a different dissection or protocol. In our office, we like the patients to wear the sports bra for some time, even at night. Call your Plastic Surgeon and ask. They want you to have a good result, so they want you to wear the right thing for your recovery.

Jeffrey Roth, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Sports bra after aug

I always have my patients wear a sports bra after their surgery to give them some support which adds to their comfort.At times they wear a breast strap to keep the implants from riding too high.

Robert Brueck, MD
Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

A quick phone call to your surgeon is all you need.

For simple issues such as what post-operative bra to wear, simply call your Plastic Surgeon. He/She has a prescribed routine which they will have each patient follow according to what was done at surgery and the individual patient needs. Some surgeons like sports bras, others prefer cup bras. Either way, your surgeon will likely want you in some sort of support for at least 4-6 weeks.

David Bogue, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

Breast Augmentation: Comfortable Post-operative Care

After breast augmentation surgery, no matter what type of breast implant or size, you should be comfortable. Sports bras are nice because they provide some support and are soft without an underwire, but really for the first 3 weeks I leave it up to what ever the patient feels comfortable. Most like the support of a bra and until the implants settle and the incisions are healed a regular bra may be difficult. Bands make no difference, and are usually not effective. Implant position is... more

Andrew P. Trussler, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Sports bra after breast augmentation

To be honest, there are many different post-operative protocols that we all follow. But the most important thing is that they work for us. As such, I would agree completely with the other comments in that you really need to follow the advice of your treating Plastic Surgeon. I too have a pretty standard protocol following surgery but will often vary it depending upon the patient and how they are healing. I hope that helps! see video

Gregory A. Buford, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon

www.beautybybuford.com

Post-op garment after breast augmentation

I prefer a sports bra but others prefer different garments. Some use elastic bands and some recommend nothing. Ask you doctor his preference.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Following post-op instructions for breast augmentation

No matter the severity and complexity of your case, it is crucial that you follow the post-op care instructions of your surgeon to achieve the optimal results post breast augmentation surgery. In most cases, patients are required to wear a surgical bra for support for atleast one month. The elastic band attached to the bra is meant to help the implants settle into the pocket. Initially, the implants do ride high and your surgeon should instruct you to massage the breasts to help them settle... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Breast augmentation

Using a sports bra is very important, especially in the ealy phase of healing following surgery. After the period of healing has ended (approx. 6 weeks) a sports bra can help keep the implants in good position with less "stretching" of breast skin and tissue during heavy activities.

Shahin Javaheri, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Bra use after breast augmentations

Your surgeon will be able to give you his preference for your situation, I'm sure. The band he gave you is probably to give some downward pressure on the implant to get it to "drop" into position. In my practice we use a sports bra which gives some support but is not extremely tight. We recommend using it for 4 weeks, and no under wire bras for at least 6 weeks. Gentle massage helps to get the implant down and to keep it soft, but we don't recommend strenuous or... more

Victor Au, MD
Chapel Hill Plastic Surgeon

Follow your surgeon's instructions regarding post-augmentation bras.

Follow your surgeon's instructions regarding post-augmentation bras. Your surgeon is familiar with your specific issues and should give you the advice which should lead to the optimum outcome. He/She has a vested interest in helping you achieve the best possible outcome. Each surgeon may have different post-augmentation preferences that work for their patients.

Richard H. Fryer, MD
Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

Postoperative care after breast augmentation

As others have stated, you should follow your plastic surgeon's postoperative protocol closely. Ask him or her any questions you may have in that protocol. For my patients, I will usually recommend a bra without an underwire for the first 6 weeks after surgery. Many patients will use sports bras because they are comfortable and supportive.