Tanning bed usage after breast augmentation?

 
Thank you
very much for your question, and congratulations on your recent breast
augmentation procedure. At only two weeks post-op, it is too soon to head to
the tanning bed. I recommend waiting three to four more weeks, to let your
incisions fully heal. When you do chose to tan, either in a tanning bed or in
the sun, be sure to cover your incisions and wear an SPF 30 sunscreen.
Otherwise, you run the risk of permanently darkening your scars. Speak with
your operating surgeon for their recommendations on tanning after a breast
augmentation. Remember, for the overall safety of your skin, the use of a
tanning bed is never recommended.

Thank you for your question. I doubt you will like my answer but asking when you can expose yourself to potentially skin cancer causing ultraviolet light is like asking a physician when you can resume smoking. The answer in my opinion would be: never.Otherwise, you may have to run the question by your plastic surgeon who may feel otherwise.Best wishes.

While tanning beds are not recommended at any time, the main concern this early after surgery is UV exposure of the incisions.  It can cause them to darken.  If your surgeon is ok with you using the tanning bed at this time I encourage you to put sunscreen and some sort of coverage, such as a bandage, over your incisions.