I am planning on getting 550-600cc silicone implants under the muscle in a little over two weeks. Should I be stretching of working out my pectoral muscles? Eating lots of protein? Probiotics? Etc.? Just wondering if there's anything I can be doing to set my body be recovry up for success.
Answer: It’s smart to go into surgery as healthy as possible Aim to stay active, avoid smoking, and eat a balanced diet. Upping your protein intake a bit before surgery can help to optimize tissue repair and maintain muscle mass during recovery, since you will need to avoid exercise for several weeks after getting breast implants. There’s no need to work out your chest muscles any more than you usually would prior to surgery. In general, I recommend that my patients focus on maintaining a healthy, stable weight, managing stress, and getting enough rest in the days leading up to breast augmentation.
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Answer: It’s smart to go into surgery as healthy as possible Aim to stay active, avoid smoking, and eat a balanced diet. Upping your protein intake a bit before surgery can help to optimize tissue repair and maintain muscle mass during recovery, since you will need to avoid exercise for several weeks after getting breast implants. There’s no need to work out your chest muscles any more than you usually would prior to surgery. In general, I recommend that my patients focus on maintaining a healthy, stable weight, managing stress, and getting enough rest in the days leading up to breast augmentation.
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June 14, 2017
Answer: How to prepare for upcoming Breast Augmentation Surgery Congratulations on your Breast Augmentation surgery. Going into surgery as healthy as possible is the best thing you can do now. I tell my patients that they can work out until the day of surgery then no exercise for 4 weeks after surgery. Also, discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon which prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements you need to avoid prior to and immediately after surgery. I also recommend that my patients stop smoking, avoid second hand smoke and maintain a healthy diet prior to surgery. Following your surgeon’s specific recommendations before surgery and throughout your recovery is the best advice.
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June 14, 2017
Answer: How to prepare for upcoming Breast Augmentation Surgery Congratulations on your Breast Augmentation surgery. Going into surgery as healthy as possible is the best thing you can do now. I tell my patients that they can work out until the day of surgery then no exercise for 4 weeks after surgery. Also, discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon which prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements you need to avoid prior to and immediately after surgery. I also recommend that my patients stop smoking, avoid second hand smoke and maintain a healthy diet prior to surgery. Following your surgeon’s specific recommendations before surgery and throughout your recovery is the best advice.
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