How Long to Wear a Surgical Bra?

At the first few visits after surgery, I evaluate each patient.  If  the implant is in perfect position I recommend a bra to support the perfect location.  If the implants are high then I have different recommendations.  I don't frequently band and bra together unless I do a breast augmentation and breast lift together.  I don't recommend a jog bra or sports bra due to the direct pressure to the implant- it seems to smash everything pushing it down and out.  Every patient is different and each outcome needs to be evaluated during the healing process of about six week.  Best wishes!!

Hello,Thank you for your question!Every surgeon may have different instructions and every patient is different. It is best to follow what your PS has advised you. You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.

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Great question. The reason you are reading so many different blog advice is because every surgeon has their own preference and there is no solid consensus, so follow the recommendations of the surgeon you have chosen for your surgery. Don't worry too much about it, I really don't think it makes much of a difference! The most important thing is how precise the pocket is created during your surgery. I've been at it for 25 years specializing exclusively in breast surgery. Having put in over 8,000 implants I strongly believe that if the tissues where overstretched or underdissected when creating the pocket there is little that a bra will do to correct it. I mainly use them for patient confort (most say it helps, in which case a soft sports bra that clips in the front that we provide the day of surgery is fine, some say it hurts more with it, in which case I tell them to leave it off). No worries, not that important!

It's a great question and I recommend asking your surgeon. You'll want to make sure to follow their instructions closely. In my office I don't use any special postoperative bras. My patients wear a loose fitting sports bra until they reach the six week mark, when they switch over to underwire bras. 

Thank you for your question. I often recommend that patients find a sports bra that opens in the front and that is comfortable to wear. They can take breaks during the day and I also encourage breast massage after a week. It is important for your implants to move around and develop a comfortable space (or capsule) within the breast. After six weeks, you can transition to a regular bra.

You should listen to your surgeon. If they advised you to wear your bra for 3 months, then please do so.