Can I sleep without a bra?

Question

Can I sleep without a bra? I am 4 months post op breast lift without implants. Also how much support should I have in a bra?

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

I think you are probably fine to sleep without a bra, but speak with your surgeon as everyone has his or her own post op protocol. In terms of wearing a bra, yes, you want one with support. If what you are wearing is uncomfortable, it is probably the wrong size. Make sure to be fitted properly as most women wear the wrong size bras. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Richard Zienowicz, MD · Answer

While it's likely you may be able to sleep without a bra, I like the idea of continuing support for several months post-op. Speak with you doctor who is most familiar with your case.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Best to speak to your plastic surgeon about this.  There should be detailed information about this on your post op instruction sheet.

The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Charles A. Wallace, MD · Answer

I recommend my patients wear a comfortable sports bra for 4 weeks.  After 4 weeks, they cango to their usual bra.   If the bra is underwire and uncomfortable then try a different bra.

George Lawson III, MD, FACS · Answer

I would definitely discuss this with your plastic surgeon first.  I do not require my patients to wear a bra to sleep after a few weeks.  I think it is important to stay away from under-wire bras after breast surgery but any sports bra or comfortable bra should be adequate.  This is something I would discuss with you surgeon, though, as he or she knows your history well.

Mark A. Brzezienski, MS, MD, FACS · Answer

I certainly think that you can sleep without a bra at this point.  I use soft post operative bras to help with discomfort after mastopexy.  Bras don't "lock in" your shape.  That was part of your surgery.  I typically liberalize my patients' activity by 4-6 weeks after surgery.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I am not sure why you are still wearing a bra at 4 months. I only have patients wear the bra for comfort. Best to ask your surgeon.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks or your question. I recommend you to sleep at least with a sports bra. You have to have support, now it is too soon to sleep without it

Ciro Adamo, PhD, MD · Answer

Four months after your procedure you should be able to sleep without the bra. This is something that should also be discussed with your surgeon, since surgeons can provide different postoperative instructions based on the exact type of procedure performed and their personal preferences.There is no particular scientific evidence that sleeping in a bra will delay the ageing and sagging of your breasts, so my advice is to wear a bra for comfort, if you feel better in it, rather than specific medical reasons.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

Wearing of a support garment depends on the type of breast implant you received as well as the specific instructions from your plastic surgeon.  Call the office for specific instructions on activities and garments.

Can I sleep without a bra?

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