What sports bra do I have to wear after breast augmentation?

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Hi, I just got my breast augmentation last week and my Dr told me to wear a sports bra all the time for 1 month, and at nights for 3 months. I feel good now and can lift my hand up freely. The bra I'm wearing now has a zip up front. My question is: Can I wear any sports bra for all this time or it have to be a bra with zip up front?

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

I generally like my patients to wear a soft, sports bra for the first 2 months.  A front closure one is best for the first couple of weeks as you don't have to raise your arms to get the bra on.  After that time period I allow my patients to wear a pull over bra, if they desire.I would recommend you discuss this with your plastic surgeon, as every PS has their own recipe for the post operative care.Good luck.Hope that helps.

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACS · Answer

I prefer sports bra that gives good lateral support during the first year.  The best ones I have seen are the ones that zips in the front but there are others.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi, MD

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

vary by surgeon to surgeon.  I only ask my patients to support their breasts when they really like the look and want to preserve it.  If excessively full on top, no support needed and I am a believer in the band/strap and massage methods as my results support what my routine has been.  As for what kind of sport bra to use, I would think you would get one that would best achieve what you want... if you want better cleavage, anything that squishes them together will help.  If you want to lift and separate, some bras are definitely better at that so get one that will provide you the desired results you seek.

Malcolm A. Lesavoy, MD, FACS · Answer

The purpose of the sports bra is to give your breasts support and shape during the healing process.  They should not be loose, but snug and any sports bra will work.

Tracy Kayan, MD · Answer

Zip front sports bras are great for the first couple of weeks when it is difficult (and not advised) to lift your arms above your head, however after a couple of weeks I allow my patients to switch to any sports bra as long as it provides compression. You should check with your surgeon first before switching over.

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