How long after breast augmentation surgery could one drive an automatic car?

Hi there, Thank you for your question. You will want to ask your operating surgeon. Typically a week, ensure you are comfortable moving your arms and not taking any pain medications. Best, realdrsix

In general, I recommend that patients wait an average of about 5 days before driving, or sooner if they are comfortable. Either way they should not be on any narcotics, muscle relaxants, or other medicine that could affect their driving. It's always a good idea to check with your surgeon's protocol. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths." 

I appreciate your question.

Typically, my guideline is, the first week is the hardest. By the second week you feel better, at four weeks you feel 100% and at six weeks you can go back to complete normal routines and exercising. 

Four days after surgery, I would be careful as you are still at risk for bleeding. If you are taking any pain medication, I would not drink alcohol.  Please discuss with your surgeon.
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.  Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery.

 

Best of luck!

   

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

#RealSelf100Surgeon

#RealSelfCORESurgeon