Second breast augmentation, when can I return to work?

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How soon would I be able to return to work? I am a hair stylist. Getting my second breast augmentation on aug 5th. Going from unders 350cc saline to 550-600cc silicone. Thanks! Also will recovery be easier? I dislike strong pain meds :)

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  You can probably return to work two weeks after your surgery, but treat your operation site like you would a pulled muscle, that is, listen to your body.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Jaime Perez, MD · Answer

Hello, you will probably be able to return to work within a week after surgery. Of course it is best to ask your surgeon for his/her recommendation as well. Your recovery will most likely be a little easier than it was for your first BA, but i would still expect some pain and discomfort. Best regards.Jaime Perez, MDPlastic Surgery Center of Tampa

Andrew P. Amunategui, MD · Answer

thanks for posting.  For a "routine" secondary augmentation, post operative pain should not require any narcotics and return to nonstrenuous activity can certainly be less than one week.  Be sure to discuss specific post op "rules" with your BCPS before your procedures.  Good luck!

Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS · Answer

To answer your questions:If the implants are being exchanged and there is very little capsular work that needs to be done, then you should be able to return to work within about 7-10 days following your surgery.I would agree with the comment about no exercise for 2 weeks although this also depends on the amount of capsular work necessaryIt would help to know what type of work you do.  If your job involves lifting, then I would wait 2 weeks to return; if not, then you should be able to go back within 2-3 days.I hope that helps!

Trefor Nodwell, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Your recovery from this procedure will likely be similar and perhaps even slightly easier than your original surgery. A lot of the tissue stretching has already occurred and the pocket is mostly developed. It will likely require some internal work (incisions, releases or sutures) so it's not likely to be without some discomfort. Regardless or a revision or not however, healing is healing and you need to take time for yourself. I usually suggest at least one week off for my hairdressers and preferably two if you can manage. Followed by a lighter client load for another two weeks. After those 3-4 weeks you should be off to the races.Your surgeon will have a better idea of the details and can also give 
you recommendations specific to your surgery after it is completed.Best of luck in August!

John J. O'Brien, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Based on your I believe your recovery should be straightforward. It certainly depends upon your pain tolerance. Discussed all of this with your potential surgeon. Best of luck.

James E. Chappell, MD · Answer

If you are "only" going larger and the "pockets" containing the implants are already there it should be an easier recovery, but still I would tell my patient NO HEAVY LIFTING for two weeks.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  You are increasing implant size a fair amount, but I would anticipate your recovery to be easier than the first augmentation, as not much work needs to be done on the muscle this time.  Certainly speak with your surgeon about being cleared to return to work, but because you have to maintain your arms elevated during much of the day, it would be wise to take a 1-2 weeks off to ensure appropriate healing of your incisions while allowing your implants time to settle appropriately.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Usually, the second time out is a bit easier recovery. However, this depends upon what needs to be done during surgery.  Best to ask your surgeon.

Priti Shukla, Mch - Account Suspended · Answer

Dear Lori, The best person to take advise from would be your surgeon and he will tell you that , depending on how surgery went. A lot of my patient went back to driving and work in 48 hours. Considering , your work involves a lot of shoulder movements, you may be expected to take a week off work .

Second breast augmentation, when can I return to work?

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