Wearing a bra/sports bra. Why do some doctors prefer the camisole bra rather than a sports bra, or compression bra and others no

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My doctor only wants me to wear a cami bra and no sports bra yet. Im not concerned but I see many other women in their sports bra or compression bras the day or a week after surgery. What is the reason for this. He said he didn't want my implant to sit to high and nipple too low. I agree and am totally comfortable and happy. I trust his knowledge. I just want to hear other opinions. My doc is amazing. I'm so happy. :-)

Shlomo Widder, MD · Answer

Dear FuNat,     I hope that you selected your surgeon after due diligence and that you checked his or her's before and after photo gallery and you liked the results. If that is the case, than follow the recommendation. In my practice, for the first month after surgery, my patients are braless in order to allow the implants to weigh down on the IMF (infra mammary fold ) and prevent it from migrating upward , creating ptotic appearance. My patients are wearing regular bra without a wire at bed time , so to avoid lateral displacement of the implants and possibly widening the cleavage area.         I hope this helps.                          All the best,                                      Dr Widder

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Each surgeon has their own specific post operative instructions. It is best to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

I find that bras provide no benefit for the first month after surgery.  The weight of the implant allows it to settle into the right position.  Bras can only cause problems during this healing phase.

Keith M. Blechman, MD · Answer

Most of the decision-making for post-op bra use is surgeon-specific and based on what they're accustomed to and more importantly, what they've done surgically.  There's no "right answer" for post-op bra instructions.  Ultimately, the surgeon knows whats best for you to do depending upon what works best in their hands.  Good luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Each surgeon has his own preference for the post-op bra. Some do not even use them. Best to discuss with your surgeon if you have concerns.

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