When to start massaging after breast augmentation? 3 weeks post-op.

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When do I start massaging and what massaging is recommended? I had 455cc under muscle high profile implants.

Eric Schaffer, MD, FACS · Answer

The best time to start massage of the breast implants depends on your type of surgery, location of incision, and preference of your plastic surgeon.  Massage is usually done to insure the pocket stays open and the implant is able to move freely in that space to give a more natural look.  Check with your implanting surgeon for massage instructions.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. Not all Plastic Surgeons recommend breast massage post op. This will depend on their training and experience as well as the technique and type of implant used. I recommend that you ask your Plastic Surgeon for their specific instructions pertaining to you.All the best

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Post-op massaging is a very individual requirement and surgeons have various approaches. You need to check with your surgeon about his or her protocol. When my patients need to do massage after their breast augmentation, they are usually started within the first week of surgery. Hope this information is helpful. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."

Steven H. Wiener, MD · Answer

I typically recommend you begin gentle massage about one week after surgery.  This will help your implants settle into position and help with postoperative swelling.  It is always best to discuss massage with your surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Not all surgeons recommend massage of implants. You need to review that with your surgeon to seed what he prefers.

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