I'm 5 weeks post breast augmentation, under muscle. Can I wear seamless bras that are slightly padded?

After
breast augmentation I find no particular advantage to the use of surgical bras.
In fact, I find that they can do more harm than good. They hold the implants
too high, preventing them from dropping into position. In addition, they can
put pressure on the healing breast or the wound. They provide no advantage. If
the surgery was performed correctly, external appliances after surgery are
unnecessary to achieve the appropriate final implant position. At one month we
allow the patients to wear a soft cup bra with no underwire. At two
months, they can wear any bra with a wire without push up. Before three
months it is not wise to buy a whole new set of bras. By six months, the
bra size is not going to change. You need to try bras on. Being
measured is almost never productive and almost always oversizes. Find the
ones that you like the way they fit. If the bra is comfortable it is okay.  If it hurts, it is not helping you.

Thank you for your question.  If your surgeon has given you the "all clear", you are able to wear what ever you please.  Using the inserts in the bra is up to you.  5 weeks you may still be sore but you are able to wear what you like.  Best wishes!

I appreciate your question.

At 5 weeks post op, I allow my patients to but best to check with your surgeon to see what he/she recommends as your surgeon is most familiar with how you are healing at this time.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



best of luck!



Dr Schwartz

As long as the padding is not push up, you can absolutely wear it. If you think the breasts look too big with the padding you can also remove it from the pocket - so essentially it does not matter, it's a personal choice ! And you are right, the bra should be comfortable ! Congratulations and Good luck 

Best to wear whatever you find to be comfortable. Just remember that you will not see your final results until 4-6 months so no need to invest in an expensive bra right now. Find what fits well, knowing that you may have to change bras in another month. Good luck!

Congratulations on your new look! Typically woman may wear most any style of bra following Breast Augmentation. Many woman feel most comfortable wearing a non-underwire bra for the first few months and then transition to an underwire bra. however after following placement of Sientra implants most patients do not require a bra unless they are exercising. The pads in your bra are to be used to your liking and its up to you if you would like to use them or not, this has no bearing on the results with your breast augmentation. Best of luck!  J Douglas Cusick MD

Since your surgeon gave you the go ahead to wear any bra that wasn't underwire, you shouldn't have any problem with the bra you've chosen. Keep the pads in if it feels comfortable to you. If not, take them out. Obviously, if there is any increase in breast discomfort after wearing this bra, consult with your surgeon.

Thanks for sharing your concerns with us.In my practice, after performing a breast augmentation I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.I also recommend you to follow your plastic surgeron advices.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

I would follow the instructions my surgeon gave me. They know your condition best since they have examined you and know what was done. I would not be wearing a push up bra of any kind at this time. Let everything heal and drop. 

Thank you for your question.  The padding should not affect your outcome. I would recommend you wear what feels best.  You can also look into other bra types, such as sports bras that provide support but which place pressure around your chest and not onto your breast.  Hope that this helps.