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Underwire Bra and Breast Implants, Safe?

I have have saline implants for nearly 1yr. Is it ok to wear underwire bras at this point? Just recently I am finding it painful ...obviously,if it hurts Im going to stop wearing the underwire lol..But I was wondering if I shouldnt be wearing them Ever??Thanks for your help.

Asked 42 months ago by kaydee in Ontario,Canada

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You should wait about two months before wearing underwire bras

Since under wire bras tend to push up the breast implants, we recommend that are patients don't wear them for about two months after surgery. In most women the breasts have settled adequately during this time period, after which time there would be no restrictions. Sometimes I have my patients wear under wire earlier in order to prevent premature settling of the implants.

S. Sean Younai, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bras are fine after breast augmentation as long as all scars are soft

Breast implants are often inserted by way of an incision in the inframammary fold (the crease underneath the breast). This is also where the bottom of your bra sits, regardless of whether your bra has underwire. It takes up to a year for all scars to be completely "mature" after any surgery. A mature scar is soft, flat and faded, and will tolerate pressure over top such as underwire. I counsel my patients that they can definitely wear their own bra... more

Karen M. Horton, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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At one year after having breast augmentation, it should...

At one year after having breast augmentation, it should be fine to wear an underwire bra. For the first few weeks after surgery, I ask my patients to not wear an underwire bra if we placed the incision underneath the breast in the crease. But after everything heals, you shouldn't hurt it by wearing an underwire. If you do notice pain, irritation, or redness around your incision, you should see your surgeon first and make sure they are okay with how things are looking.

Shahram Salemy, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire Bra after Breast Augmentation

I recommend waiting 6 weeks after surgery before wearing bras with underwires. Underwire bras are safe after breast augmentation If you are having pain, your bra is not fitting properly: go to a bra specialty store (NOT Victoria's Secret!) and get fit by a professional.

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Paul C. Zwiebel, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after breast augmentation

Thanks for your question - Breast augmentation is one of the most common procedures we perform in our Bay Area practice. Implants can be placed through axillary (armpit), areolar (the darker skin surround the nipple) or IMF (breast fold) incisions. Underwire bras can put pressure on the inframammary fold (IMF) incisions. We typically ask our patient to wait about 1 month before wearing underwire bra when we use an inframammary fold incision. I hope this helps.

Steven H. Williams, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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Bras after breast augmentation in Dallas

I allow my patients to wear underwire bras one month after surgery. Even push up's are fine. Make sure it's not too tight. You just had them made larger, don't try to smash them down. After surgery you'll be needing new bras so make sure they fit. Best wishes.

Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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Different bras 1 year after breast augmentation. Make sure to get fitted.

One year after surgery should be enough time before you wear an underwire bra. If your implants have settled, you should be OK. Are you wearing the correct size? If one bra offers discomfort, try various others. Go to a good boutique or a high end department store like Nordstrom and they will be able to help you find something appropriate. Ask you surgeon before wearing anything that majorly pushes you up.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire Bras after Breast Implant Surgery

After breast enlargement surgery has been completed and breast implants settled in their new position, there are no contraindications to wearing underwire bra. Immediately after breast augmentation surgery the implants need to settle. They usually settle in a downward direction. That is why a lot of plastic surgeons use special push down dressings to prevent the breast implants from riding up upwards. Wearing underwire bra prior to 6-12 weeks, or before breast implants... more

Boris Volshteyn, MD, MS

Reno Plastic Surgeon

Underwire bra and breast augmentation

I generally do not recommend an underwire bra for about 4-6 weeks after breast augmentation. Once a patient is completely healed and I feel their postoperative swelling has resolved, they are cleared to resume activity as tolerated and wear whatever they desire.

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C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after implants

Underwire bras are safe after implants. You may wear one as early as several weeks following implant placement depending your your specific surgeon's recommendations. It is important to find one that fits your inframammary fold. A well fitted bra should not give you pain. The discomfort may be due to a poor underwire contour in relation to your own inframammary fold.

Jason R. Hess, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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It is OK to wear an underwire bra six weeks after surgery...

Normally it is recommended to start wearing an underwire bra 6 weeks after surgery. If you are experiencing any discomfort it may be because of the bra itself. You might want to try changing bras to see which fits most comfortably. If you are still feeling discomfort I would make an appointment to see your surgeon to check the incision sites.

Shain A. Cuber, MD

Marlboro Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after breast implants

If the bra is uncomfortable it may be the curve of the underwire does not match the curve of your implanted breast. The underwire will not injure the implant per se. I recommend finding a better fitting underwire bra or going with a bra without an underwire. The Le Mystere No. 9 bra is comfortable for patients with implants.

York Jay Yates, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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Wire would you want to?

I agree with the others who say to wait until the implants drop before considering an under wire bra. Afterwards, the only concern is whether it irritates the scar in the crease. If you don't need an under wire bra for a good fit, my choice is to avoid them. On the other hand, if you need them in order to get a good fit, then go right ahead.

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Brian K. Brzowski, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire Bra Post-Breast Aug

For my patients, I typically use an inframammary or breast fold incision. Because this area needs to heal and therefore must not be irritated by the underwire, I have patient wait approximately 6-8 weeks before they are allowed (and many times comfortable) to wear an underwire bra. Have your surgeon review with you his/her protocols and bring your bras to the office to have them evaluated and "fit" for you. There are a number of "acceptable" bra design with wires and a... more

John Philip Connors III, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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Wearing an underwire bra after breast implants

Patients can start wearing underwire bras six months post surgery. The particular bra that you are wearing may be the actual cause of discomfort. If you want to wear an underwire bra, you could try a different brand or style.

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Usha Rajagopal, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after breast augmentation

Yes, you can wear an underwire bra after breast augmentation-as early as four weeks after surgery. If your incision was made in the inframammary crease (fold under your breast) you may feel some discomfort due to the pressure directly on the incision and may want to wait a few more weeks before trying the underwire. The sensation around the breast may not be normal immediately after surgery and you may not be aware of the tension that the wire may be placing on your skin... more

William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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Underwires and breast implants: the two go well together, but not right away

One your implants have fully settled into a good position, then you are fine to wear an underwire. Have fun shopping for more new bras!

Carmen Kavali, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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Bras after breast augmentation

After breast augmentation, I typically counsel patients not to wear any bra with an underwire for 6 weeks. This time allows for the implant to settle and the incision (if inframammary) to heal well. So at the one year mark, it is definitely okay to wear a bra with an underwire. Now if you had an inframammary incision, it is possible that the scar may still be slightly tender as scars can take 6-12 months to mature. If your scar has thickened some, it can definitely be... more

Naveen Setty, MD

Plano Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bras are safe after breast augmentation.

Underwire bras are safe after breast augmentation but I usually counsel patients not to use them for the first 4-6 weeks because it can irritate the incision and prevent the implant from positioning correctly. By now there is no harm in using an underwire bra.

Richard H. Fryer, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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It is safe, and actually encouraged, for you to wear an underwire bra after augmentation

For the first few months following breast augmentation, most patients will notice that their implants are too high. During this time, it is best not to provide substantial support to the breasts to encourage the implants to eventually make their way to an appropriate position within the pocket. At that point, around 2 months following surgery, it is recommended that you wear an underwire bra to keep the implants from sliding any further down. In addition, over time it is... more

Gregory A. Buford, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after surgery

Kaydee- If it is comfortable for you to wear an underwire bra, by all means it is perfectly safe. If you are having some discomfort or reservations about the tenderness of your scar or its placement, that is another story. Your surgeon is there to help you, so speak with them about your questions and concerns.

Joseph G. Bauer, MD

Alpharetta Plastic Surgeon

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Bra choice after breast implants

It is perfectly safe to wear under-wire bra after breast augmentation, especially after the first 2-3 weeks. It is uncommon to experience pain with under-wire bra. On occasion when patients loose significant a=mount of weight the tissues get thin and one can experience some discomfort when the wire pushes against the implants. For vast majority of our patients there is no restriction on the bra type. It is important for the surgeon to assess the type of breast tissue... more

Boris M. Ackerman, MD

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

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Okay to wear an underwire bra after breast augmentation

The only consequence of wearing an under-wire bra after breast augmentation surgery is discomfort from the under-wire when it is contact with a healing incision below the breast. For patients with an armpit or areolar incision, there is no reason to limit under-wire bra wearing. I tell my patients to resume wearing an under-wire bra at 2 weeks post-op. At this time point, most patients are comfortable wearing this type of bra. The presence of an under-wire will have no impact on long term... more

Scott Sattler, MD

Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

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Underwire bra after augmentation.

An underwire bra is simply helps support the breasts and should be fine after augmentation if worn appropriately. If there is concern of upward displacement of the implants, I use a bandeau across the upper portion of the breasts. This is simply a velcro strap which prevents the implants from rising. After 4-6 weeks, the implants are much less likely to "ride up" and even push up bras are okay. After a year, I see no reason why you cannot wear an underwire bra. If you... more

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David Bogue, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

Underwire bras and breast implants - breast surgery

Underwire bras can move breast implants superiorly in the initial phase of healing after surgery. I recommend that patients avoid underwire bras for 3-6 months after surgery.