Is it possible to massage too much after a breast augmentation?

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My PS told me to start massaging my boobs only once a day for 30 seconds to 1 minute. At my one week follow up he said my results are looking exactly how we want them for a week. He taught me how to massage and when I do, my left breast seems to be taking it just fine and feels squishier than my right. My right breast feels a lot stiffer and it's pretty painful when I do my massages. Are they just dropping at different rates? Should I massage my dominant (r) side more?

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,Implant massage is an age old myth that does not prevent or treat capsular contracture, nor is it necessary for normal implant healing. This statement is backed by evidence, and many surgeons who know the science and don't recommend implant massage have busy breast augmentation practices with low rates of all complications. Although you have asymmetry to your breasts, I urge you to avoid massaging either of them and let your body heal. You will either develop capsular contracture or not, and no amount of massage, vitamin E, antibiotics, or Singulair will help you. Best of luck!

Saul Lahijani, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question!It is best to follow any post operative instructions your surgeon has given you. You are still in the early stages of healing and it is normal to have the breasts heal and drop at different rates. You will start to see final results about 6 months in. Good luck!

Himansu Shah, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. It is normal for implants to be high initially and both can settle at different pace. You will see your final results in 3-6 months. It is best to follow your board certified plastic surgeon’s advice for massaging the implants. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Vegas_boobz,you are still in early stages of recovery process and your breasts can heal at different rate. Regarding massages, every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Every surgeon will have his/her own preferences as to recovery for specific procedures. Best is to follow your specific surgeon's protocol. Best!

Is it possible to massage too much after a breast augmentation?

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