How Long Does Recovery Last for a Breast Lift?

I'm 162lbs and around 38B-29 1/2-42 and 5'6 1/2 in height. I'm full B cup or baby C cup in my breasts. How long the recovery takes? What breast lift proceduce is recommended for me? I have photos of my breasts posted in my previous questions. I read about the Wise Pattern Breast Lift and its barely leaves scars.

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Recovery after breast lift/reduction is usually 7-10 days

Most of my patients are off pain medicines such as vicodin by two days. It takes about 2 hours as an outpatient in a healthy person; you go home and drink fluids and relax and then I ask my patients to walk at least 1/2 an hour a day starting the day after surgery. I also ask my patients not to lift more than 10 pounds, or perform chest exercises for 6 weeks. That is how long it takes for the scar tissue to reach maximum strength. Depending upon the type... more

Breast Lifting Recovery?

Recovery from breast lift surgery generally takes 5 to 7 days ( for time off work) and avoidance of strenuous activity/exercise for 3 to 4 weeks. Patients are generally able to drive approximately one week after surgery. Best wishes.

How long is recovery for breast lift?

The usual recovery for a breast lift (mastopexy) procedure is as follows: The procedure is done as an outpatient and usually takes less than 2 hours. Time off work: 3-7 days. Driving: As soon as you are off pain medication (usually Vicodin), you can start driving. Exercise: None for 3-4 weeks. This includes heavy lifting (greater than 15 pounds) and sexual intercourse. I took a look at her photos, but it is impossible to tell what your breasts look like at... more

Recovering after a breast lift

After breast lift surgery, it is usually possible to drive in a couple of days and then return to work within a week or so, depending on your job. In many cases, breast lift patients resume most of their normal activities, including some form of mild exercise, after several weeks. Try to avoid heavy lifting for at least a month.

Recovery after a breast lift

Recovery from a breast lift is fairly quick. Most of my patients can go back to work within about a week. I recommend avoiding heavy lifting for about 6 weeks.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Recovery for Breast Lift.

We generally recommend that you take a week off work and avoid strenuous physical activity for three weeks. Drains may be necessary. Certain dressings may be required during this time. You will be instructed in breast implant exercises. see video