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Implant band stabilizer - how tight should it be worn after breast lift and implant surgery?

How tight should band stabilizer be worn after breast lift and implant surgery ? Should i wear it too tight to help in settling the implants?

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Dr. Tania Medina de Garcia, MD
Dr. Tania Medina de Garcia, MD
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Answered on May 10, 2017
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Dr. M. Dean Vistnes, MD
Dr. M. Dean Vistnes, MD
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Answered on Oct 15, 2015
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Dr. Michael E. Ciaravino, MD (in memoriam)
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