Can compression or sports bras help with skin retraction, etc. after saline implant deflation?

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I recently had one implant deflated in-office after the other ruptured. I plan to have saline implant removal surgery within the next year. (I am choosing to wait to see how much my skin, connective tissue, and glands recover to make a more informed decision about whether to have mastopexy at the same time.) My surgeon gave me no instructions regarding what type of bra to wear. Since I must purchase new ones now, I want to make the best choice.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The compression does not assist the skin in retracting.  It is used to help support the tissues as they heal and to help prevent fluid collection in the area.  Your surgeon will recommend the type of garment that is best for you.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  The garment selected will not improve your skins ability to retract as this will depend solely on the inherent elasticity of your tissues.  I would recommend the garment to help with fluid collection development, however. Hope this helps.

Jeanette Padgett, MD, FACS · Answer

A compression bra/ sports bra will be more comfortable than others.  I recommend my patients wear a sports bra for 3 months.

Amy Simon, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about breast implant deflation.The bra will not affect the quality of your skin and its ability to retract.
Be sure to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. 
Hope this is helpful, best of luck!

Mary Gingrass, MD · Answer

I usually recommend wearing a snug fitting compression or sports bra after deflation.  I dont really think it has any real bearing on how well or how much the skin retracgts.  I think that has more to do with actual properties of your breast tissue and skin.  I would wear something comfortable and let your breasts "re-accomadate" for 2-3 months.  I have seen surprising changes occur.

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