I had breast augmentation on February 9th 2012 400CC / silicone / under the muscle / incision around areola. No problems at all, no pain and i feel great! I normally sleep on my side so, it has been hard to stay sleeping the whole night on my back. When is it safe to start sleeping on my side or on my stomach? I worry that if i try sleeping on my side or stomach I might wake up with the implants towards one side, capsulated, deform or even pop it. Could it be painful if i try another position?
Answer: Sleeping after breast augmentation Studies have shown that sleeping positions can affect the shape of your breasts, whether you have implants or not. Typically, this is present with side sleeping and with how your arm on the 'down' side typically cups the breast. Nevertheless, studies have also shown the dangers of not sleeping. Because of this, I typically recommend to patients that they sleep on their back ideally, ... but, I allow patients to sleep on their side if they cannot sleep on their back. I recommend a pillow to help make sure the patient does not turn onto their stomach and I also recommend switching sides if possible. Stomach sleeping is definitely not recommended. It can negatively affect breast shape, facial aging, and can also put the neck in poor positions and cause serious cervical issues.
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Answer: Sleeping after breast augmentation Studies have shown that sleeping positions can affect the shape of your breasts, whether you have implants or not. Typically, this is present with side sleeping and with how your arm on the 'down' side typically cups the breast. Nevertheless, studies have also shown the dangers of not sleeping. Because of this, I typically recommend to patients that they sleep on their back ideally, ... but, I allow patients to sleep on their side if they cannot sleep on their back. I recommend a pillow to help make sure the patient does not turn onto their stomach and I also recommend switching sides if possible. Stomach sleeping is definitely not recommended. It can negatively affect breast shape, facial aging, and can also put the neck in poor positions and cause serious cervical issues.
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Answer: Sleeping on your back for 6 weeks I ask my patients to wait 6 weeks before sleeping on their side or stomach after a breast augmentation.
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Answer: Sleeping on your back for 6 weeks I ask my patients to wait 6 weeks before sleeping on their side or stomach after a breast augmentation.
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January 3, 2022
Answer: How long do I have to sleep on my back after a breast augmentation? After breast augmentation, i recommend using surgical bra all the time and sleeping on back with head propped up for 6-8 weeks, very strictly not lying on their sides or tummy. This helps the implant to settle down in the place in its pocket. Sleeping on sides might lead to implant displacement to the sides and lying on tummy can again lead to implant displacement. Some patients find it difficult and uncomfortable sleeping on their back for such long duration and exercise can help them with this.
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January 3, 2022
Answer: How long do I have to sleep on my back after a breast augmentation? After breast augmentation, i recommend using surgical bra all the time and sleeping on back with head propped up for 6-8 weeks, very strictly not lying on their sides or tummy. This helps the implant to settle down in the place in its pocket. Sleeping on sides might lead to implant displacement to the sides and lying on tummy can again lead to implant displacement. Some patients find it difficult and uncomfortable sleeping on their back for such long duration and exercise can help them with this.
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September 28, 2021
Answer: Sleeping after a breast augmentation I always recommend my patients to sleep on their back for at least 4 weeks so the implants can heal properly and remain in the correct place. I also recommend sleeping in a specific post op bra for 3 months.
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September 28, 2021
Answer: Sleeping after a breast augmentation I always recommend my patients to sleep on their back for at least 4 weeks so the implants can heal properly and remain in the correct place. I also recommend sleeping in a specific post op bra for 3 months.
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October 12, 2020
Answer: Resume normal sleeping position 6-8 weeks Hello and thank you for this great question.
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October 12, 2020
Answer: Resume normal sleeping position 6-8 weeks Hello and thank you for this great question.
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August 31, 2020
Answer: How long do I have to sleep on my back following surgery? Following your surgery, the best position for safe sleeping is on your back with your upper body slightly elevated. This position can be achieved by propping some pillows underneath which can help breast swelling and soreness.
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August 31, 2020
Answer: How long do I have to sleep on my back following surgery? Following your surgery, the best position for safe sleeping is on your back with your upper body slightly elevated. This position can be achieved by propping some pillows underneath which can help breast swelling and soreness.
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