How long after getting breast implants do I need to wait before leaving the house to shop and do my normal things?

Hi Paris Vuitton,Thank you for your questions.  I can't speak for your surgeon, however my typical patient feels reasonably well after 2-3 days (not taking any narcotic pain meds except at night for sleep), and I've had the occasional patient ask me if it's ok to go out to dinner the day of their procedure - that is completely fine as long as you aren't too physically active.   Going shopping 3 days after your procedure should be fine as long as you don't overdo it by staying on your feet too long, carrying heavy bags, etc.Most patients do reasonable well returning to work or social activity 2-3 days after their augmentation, as long as their work is not physically demanding, you take it easy, and don't do anything overly strenuous. Many of my patients have returned to a desk-type job on Monday or Tuesday after a breast augmentation on Thursday or Friday. I recommend taking Tylenol and Ibuprofen for soreness and icing frequently. 

Usually my patients can be back to light, lower body, non-impact exercise (stationary bike or legs-only eliptical) within 10 days to 2 weeks after your breast augmentation and back to the same level of activity and exercise you were doing on the day before your procedure by 4-5 weeks after. If you have further questions, I would encourage you discuss this further with your plastic surgeon to explore your options and post-procedure activity limitations.

Best wishes!

Dr. Brown

The recovery experience after breast augmentation surgery will vary  widely from one patient to another. There are no absolute rules when it comes to leading the house for shopping after breast augmentation surgery.  Much will depend on how you are feeling;  obviously, you will want to  emphasize safety and avoidance of overactivity (such as heavy lifting…).   My suggestion, if you feel up to leaving the house,  do so with a family member or friend, who can help you with driving/lifting etc.  Best wishes.