I know that it can take up to 6 months for your implants to settle, but is the size constant? Am I safe to buy new bras right after my surgery?
Answer: Buying bras after your breast augmentation I would recommend checking with your doctor to confirm when you can stop wearing your surgical bra and switch into something new. For my patients, I have them wear a surgical bra (which we provide) for the first week. After that, they can switch to a sports bra for about 6 weeks. At that time, they can start wearing underwire again which is also when I would recommend investing in new bras. Best of luck with your recovery.
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Answer: Buying bras after your breast augmentation I would recommend checking with your doctor to confirm when you can stop wearing your surgical bra and switch into something new. For my patients, I have them wear a surgical bra (which we provide) for the first week. After that, they can switch to a sports bra for about 6 weeks. At that time, they can start wearing underwire again which is also when I would recommend investing in new bras. Best of luck with your recovery.
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August 9, 2017
Answer: When is it OK to buy a bra ater a BAM? Hi cahlincb, I usually tell my patients to wait at least 3 months before buying an expensive bra; however, if the hospital bra that is given to our patients right after surgery is too uncomfortable, I suggest that they buy a bra that gives good support, is NOT an underwire if the incision lies in the inframammary fold, and one that is not too expensive. The breast size can vary as the swelling goes down. The larger the new breast, the longer ti will take for the breast size to decrease.I personally do not like sports bras as they lose support for the breasts after a few weeks. The best thing to do is to check with your PS.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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August 9, 2017
Answer: When is it OK to buy a bra ater a BAM? Hi cahlincb, I usually tell my patients to wait at least 3 months before buying an expensive bra; however, if the hospital bra that is given to our patients right after surgery is too uncomfortable, I suggest that they buy a bra that gives good support, is NOT an underwire if the incision lies in the inframammary fold, and one that is not too expensive. The breast size can vary as the swelling goes down. The larger the new breast, the longer ti will take for the breast size to decrease.I personally do not like sports bras as they lose support for the breasts after a few weeks. The best thing to do is to check with your PS.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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August 10, 2017
Answer: New bras after breast augmentation Thanks for your question. I generally recommend that patients wait 2-3 months prior to buying new bras after breast augmentation. My suggestions are based on individual physical exam findings, healing and settling. You should want to discuss specifics with your surgeon at your next appointment. Bets of luck!
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August 10, 2017
Answer: New bras after breast augmentation Thanks for your question. I generally recommend that patients wait 2-3 months prior to buying new bras after breast augmentation. My suggestions are based on individual physical exam findings, healing and settling. You should want to discuss specifics with your surgeon at your next appointment. Bets of luck!
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August 9, 2017
Answer: Bras after breast augmentation Great question, I hear this often. I tell my patients to wait two - three months prior to spending a lot of money on a nice new bra. A bra purchased too soon after breast augmentation might still fit at two - three months, but it typically will not fit as well or be as comfortable. Good luck!Sincerely,Dr. Michelle Spring
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August 9, 2017
Answer: Bras after breast augmentation Great question, I hear this often. I tell my patients to wait two - three months prior to spending a lot of money on a nice new bra. A bra purchased too soon after breast augmentation might still fit at two - three months, but it typically will not fit as well or be as comfortable. Good luck!Sincerely,Dr. Michelle Spring
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August 17, 2017
Answer: When okay to purchase new bras after breast augmentation My recommendation is to buy a few sports or supportive bras at four to six weeks. There may still be some slight shifting and changing for about six months. At that point you might safely go on a lingerie shopping spree with a professional bra fitter.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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August 17, 2017
Answer: When okay to purchase new bras after breast augmentation My recommendation is to buy a few sports or supportive bras at four to six weeks. There may still be some slight shifting and changing for about six months. At that point you might safely go on a lingerie shopping spree with a professional bra fitter.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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