Submuscular implants - Massage or not to massage? (photo)

Plastic surgeons often do things differently from one another and postop breast massage following augmentation is in that category. Best bet is to ask your surgeon if they want you to massage your implants. If they do, they should demonstrate to you how they want you to do this, how often, how long, etc.

Every surgeon has different opinions and instructions regarding postoperative care. Personally, I ask my patients to start massage, or movement of the implants within the pocket after one week. I ask them to do it once daily. I do firmly believe that this type of massage keeps the pockets open and generous and decreases chances of capsular contracture. It seems to work for my patients. However, ask your surgeon, as there may be reasons he or she does not want you do do this. Good luck!