Breast reduction prep tips for smooth post-op & healing experience?

Thank you for your question!
Breast reduction patients are some of my happiest patients! They feel immediate relief and generally feel pretty good post surgery. Give your body time to heal, so take it slow, do not overdo. Follow your surgeons instructions and reach out to him or her with any concerns. Best wishes!

Dear iwabjn,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello! Your surgeon will likely have specific instructions for you to follow in preparation for your upcoming procedure, as well as post-op instructions for the first few weeks following surgery. Hydration and nutrition are key factors to begin focusing on. I recommend drinking 2L of water daily, and eating foods that are high in zinc, vitamin c, and protein as this helps promote wound healing. I always instruct my patients to discontinue NSAIDs, herbal supplements, and other non-essential medications 2 weeks prior to their surgery. Be sure to discuss specific pre-op/post-op questions and recommendations with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
Best of luck to you!

Hello @iwabjn, thank you for your question. Is important to follow your surgeon's recommendations before and after surgery. He know the surgical technique that will be applied and will give you specific instructions in the days and weeks leading up to your surgery. These may include avoiding certain medications and supplements, quitting smoking, and not eating or drinking anything after midnight on the night before your surgery. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

It's a great idea for you to prep for surgery and recovery. As you lead up to surgery you will want to review your medications and supplements you take with your surgeon as there may be some that need to be stopped. If you smoke you need to be completely off nicotine for several weeks before and after surgery. Eat a healthy, balanced diet and get regular exercise. Prepare for someone to take you home from surgery and help for a few days. Look through your closet for shirts that are loose and easy to get on and off. Keep lots of pillows handy for comfort when you sleep. And most importantly, discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Good luck with your surgery!