How many days after breast augmentation surgery should or can you apply ice packs? Can you switch to heat at any time?

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Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. No heat to the breasts.  Ice can be used on the top of the breast if there is a cloth separating the ice from your skin.  Ice on the skin will possibly damage the skin.  I hope this helps.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

I generally don't recommend ice for breast patients as the implant is so far from the skin surface it does little good nor is it helpful after the point of maximum swelling, after the first 3 days.Discuss this with your surgeon and follow his directions!#iceaftersurgery#breastaugmentation#BA

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

After breast augmentation surgery, an ice pack or a bag of frozen peas can provide some comfort. Ice, which helps reduce swelling, is best for the first 48 hours after surgery. I don't recommend putting heat on the breasts, although it can be used for discomfort and aches, like a backache, because
it brings more blood to the area and helps relieve pain and spasms.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to postoperative care questions. Some plastic surgeons have very strong  opinions... If you do decide to use either modality of ice or heat, please be sure that you do not place them directly on the skin and potentially “burn” the skin, which may be  numb.Best wishes.

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