I am exactly one week post op after my breast augmentation. My doctor said after day 3 I could shower like normal. He has not said anything about soaking in water, however. Can I get into a salt water swimming pool?
Answer: Swimming Post Op Hello,I ask my Breast Augmentation Patients to avoid swimming pools, hot tubs and baths for two weeks post op in order to ensure we reduce the risk of infection as much as possible. I recommend that you ask your Plastic Surgeon what they recommend for you as each Surgeon has their own preferred Post Op Protocols.All the best
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Answer: Swimming Post Op Hello,I ask my Breast Augmentation Patients to avoid swimming pools, hot tubs and baths for two weeks post op in order to ensure we reduce the risk of infection as much as possible. I recommend that you ask your Plastic Surgeon what they recommend for you as each Surgeon has their own preferred Post Op Protocols.All the best
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June 1, 2016
Answer: 1 week post op, some advices: Thanks for the question. Its early to talk about results and to swim.In my practice, after performing a BA I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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June 1, 2016
Answer: 1 week post op, some advices: Thanks for the question. Its early to talk about results and to swim.In my practice, after performing a BA I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming after surgery I would ask your surgeon his protocol. I normally tell my patients they can shower in 48 hours but can not submerge in water for 4 weeks that includes swimming.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming after surgery I would ask your surgeon his protocol. I normally tell my patients they can shower in 48 hours but can not submerge in water for 4 weeks that includes swimming.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming After Breast Augmentation Great question, it's a very common one. I would ask your doctor about their recommendations regarding activity postoperatively. Most doctors will allow showering soon after surgery as this keeps the skin clean and the wound is essentially water-tight at that point. However, soaking in water early can weaken that water-tight seal and allow bacteria to creep in, so many surgeons recommend waiting weeks to soak in water to make sure the incision is fully closed and there is an established capsule around the implant for extra protection.Again, I would contact your surgeon to ask their preference for you. Best of luck!
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming After Breast Augmentation Great question, it's a very common one. I would ask your doctor about their recommendations regarding activity postoperatively. Most doctors will allow showering soon after surgery as this keeps the skin clean and the wound is essentially water-tight at that point. However, soaking in water early can weaken that water-tight seal and allow bacteria to creep in, so many surgeons recommend waiting weeks to soak in water to make sure the incision is fully closed and there is an established capsule around the implant for extra protection.Again, I would contact your surgeon to ask their preference for you. Best of luck!
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming after breast augmentation. Thank you for your question and congratulations on your surgery. Though my patients can shower with 48 hours of surgery I ask that they refrain from submerging their incisions for at least 4 weeks to minimize the risk of possible complications. Speak to your surgeon about the full details of your procedure during your follow up visit, they can offer you the best individualized recommendation.
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June 1, 2016
Answer: Swimming after breast augmentation. Thank you for your question and congratulations on your surgery. Though my patients can shower with 48 hours of surgery I ask that they refrain from submerging their incisions for at least 4 weeks to minimize the risk of possible complications. Speak to your surgeon about the full details of your procedure during your follow up visit, they can offer you the best individualized recommendation.
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