5'3, 115lbs, 360cc, can I dance the Argentine Tango 4 weeks post BA?

Thanks for your inquiry, of course it is best to ask your surgeon's opinion. The factors to consider include above or below muscle, do you need to practice in advance, is it possible you might fall, how much chest and upper arm muscles are used and have you healed on schedule. Ask your surgeon and best of luck.

Most patients should be perfectly safe resuming normal activity a month after breast augmentation. If the implants are under the muscle you may experience some discomfort and post activity soreness for a while. It is however, always recommended that you follow your surgeon's protocol and limit your activity until he or she releases you.

We recommend no exercise or heavy lifting for 3 weeks(21 days) post op. After 21 days our patients do not having any restrictions. I would check with your surgeon on what his post op guidelines are and follow his/her instructions.

Thank you,
Dr. (Joe) Gryskiewicz

It depends on the advice of your surgeon, since each surgeon has their own post-op instructions. They’re also more familiar with the specifics of your situation, so it would be best to follow their advice.

Hi & thanks for your question!
You should be fine to dance. It will depend on how you feel. Check with your surgeon for his/her guidelines and restrictions. Best wishes!

I advise my patients the following: LIFTING- For the first few days, you will need to depend on someone else to lift your baby or toddler. On the third day (if you had surgery on Monday, Day 3 is Thursday), you can pick up your child to transfer them to a crib, high chair or car seat. This rule is to ensure your comfort and minimize the risk of bleeding around the implants. You should not carry your child for extended periods until a couple of weeks after surgery. WORKING- More than 90 percent of my patients are back to work in office setting by the fifth day after surgery. Patients who use their arms a lot – including hairstylists, waitresses and nurses – are comfortably back to work by the end of the second week. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Yes, you can dance 4 weeks after your breast augmentation. How much strenuous dancing will depend on how you feel. Some patients may take up to 6 weeks before they feel comfortable doing their pre surgery activities. I tell patients to listen to their bodies to determine the exact time for this kind of activity.

I advise patients to start increasing their level of activity at week 4, taking 2 weeks to reach full activity by week 6. So, I would say yes if you wear a high impact sports bra for maximum support, the movements/contact don't hurt, and you are able to keep the intensity of the dance low to moderate.

Dear joniek,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for your question. Every plastic surgeon has his or her own protocol and recommendation. In my own practice I generally remove all restrictions after four weeks, but your description of the Argentine tango (which sounds like fun) may be advisable after six weeks because of the “chest to chest” contact. Please discuss with your surgeon. Best of luck to you.