Can I use ice packs an the sides and tops of my swollen breasts after a BA?

Yes, but be careful they are not too cold and that you don't leave them on for too long.Follow the care recommendations by your plastic surgeon and congrats on your surgery, the swelling should generally improve day by day.I hope this was helpful,Dr. Daniel BarrettBeverly Hills, CA

icepack will not cause any damage unless your skin is numb after surgery and you don't realize that the icepacks are too cold, leading to frostbite.  So be careful and consider 10 min on, 10 min off whenever using icepacks