Hello, and thank you for your question regarding what is the best sleeping position after a bra line back lift. Thank you for your history. Other names for the bra-line back lift include horizontal torsoplasty, bra-plasty, brastrapplasty, and upper body lift. The best position to recover after a bra line back lift is on your back. Ideally, the head of the bed can be elevated approximately 45 degrees. This amount of elevation can reduce some of the swelling after the bra line back lift. Elevating the head of the bed can also aid in the healing of the breast. It is not advised for you to lie on your stomach after a backline lift. In addition, you do not want to be laying on your stomach if you have just undergone a breast lift or mastopexy. Recovering on your back after a bra line back lift is beneficial because the pressure on the back can help minimize swelling, add support, and also flatten the back scar. Typically, drains are used during a bra strap line back lift and remain in place for approximately one to two weeks, depending on the drainage. Typically, a garment is worn for approximately 6 to 8 weeks after a bra line back lift. Therefore, the best position to sleep after a bra line back lift is on your back with the head of the bed elevated 45°. I hope my answer helps you determine the best sleeping position and recovery position after a bra line back lift. Good luck. Most plastic surgeons offer complimentary virtual or in-person consultations. Therefore, explore what other plastic surgeons have to say. If you have any further questions regarding a bra-line back lift, please consult with an experienced plastic surgeon. Please consult an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon with a proven track record of performing bra-line back lifts. Ensure they have performed numerous bra-line back lift procedures and have the before-and-after pictures to prove it. Carefully examine their before-and-after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf. If you cannot find an experienced plastic surgeon in your area, consider traveling to another state. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, RealSelf Hall of Fame, and RealSelf Doctor Advisory Board for Medical Review and Consumer Panel.)
