When can I stop wearing a bra at night after my breast reduction?

There is no “standard” when it comes to the use of specific bras or garments after breast surgery. In other words, different plastic surgeons may have different practices when it comes to postoperative dressings/bras.
In my practice, patients wake up with a surgical bra in place. This surgical bra, although not attractive, is supportive and used for about one month after surgery (some of my patients have been known to burn the bra ASAP). Then, patients transition to a soft sports bra. Wired bras are used when breast have reached their “final position” and patients have full sensation along the breast skin.

Generally, the longer I have been in practice, the more I appreciate the long term use of supportive bras after all types of breast surgery.  This additional support may be especially helpful when patients are lying down and/or engaged in strenuous exercise. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

Thank you for your question. In my opinion, after a #breastreduction, it is best to wear the bra 24 hours each day until released
by the doctor. Each #BoardCertified #Plasticsurgeon has their own preference and protocol. I suggest checking with your plastic surgeon. Best Wishes!

It is best to follow the advice and suggestions of your plastic surgeon when asking about post operative care.  He or she knows intimately the procedure that they performed and the correct  post operative course to take.  I generally tell my patients to wear a post operative bra for about 6 weeks after their reduction surgery.  It often helps with the swelling. That being said, there is no right answer to this because each individual is different.