What are the pros or cons of breast massage after surgery?

Thank you for your question.  I typically recommend massaging the breast at about 1 week post surgery.  It helps with the settlement of the implant and softening the breast up.  Each surgeon will have their own recommendation for their patients to follow.  I would make sure you see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and follow their post operative instructions.  Best of luck to you. 

Each surgeon has a different protocol for post-op for breast augmentation. The reason I have my patients perform massaging is to reduce the risk of capsular contracture (scar tissue hardening around the implant). My patients are instructed to start massage 1 week after surgery and continue for a period of 3 months. I would recommend discussing this with your plastic surgeon and follow given instructions. Best of luck to you!

I do not have my patients perform breast massage after surgery.   I think the utility of massage is controversial.   One recent study looking at risks of capsular contracture actually found that breast massage increased the risk of capsular contracture.   Ultimately I would go with your plastic surgeon's recommendation.