How long do I need to wear the surgical bra after my surgery?
Answer: Ask your surgeon It depends on your surgeon. They should have included that information in your post-op instructions. Generally, I advise my patients to continue wearing a surgical bra for about 3-4 weeks, 24/7. Wait for the majority of swelling to subside before you go bra shopping. This should be in about 4-6 months after surgery.
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Answer: Ask your surgeon It depends on your surgeon. They should have included that information in your post-op instructions. Generally, I advise my patients to continue wearing a surgical bra for about 3-4 weeks, 24/7. Wait for the majority of swelling to subside before you go bra shopping. This should be in about 4-6 months after surgery.
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December 8, 2016
Answer: How long do I need to wear a surgical bra after a breast lift without implants? Short answer: ask your surgeon, for it is to him or her you will need to go to if there is a problem related to "wrong" bra or bra irritation and breakdown of incisions.Longer answer: there is nothing innately "special" about so-called "surgical" bras except that they are usually designed to not have irritating underwires, no excessive pressure points to "mold" the breasts, gentle and uniform compression of the healing tissues, (and usually higher cost and no style). So if you have a bra that meets those criteria (and your surgeon agrees), shop now (or when your incisions have healed and sealed so they are no longer bleeding or draining)--that just ruins good bras! You may also want to read one of my most popular answers about bra wearing (click on the web reference link below). Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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December 8, 2016
Answer: How long do I need to wear a surgical bra after a breast lift without implants? Short answer: ask your surgeon, for it is to him or her you will need to go to if there is a problem related to "wrong" bra or bra irritation and breakdown of incisions.Longer answer: there is nothing innately "special" about so-called "surgical" bras except that they are usually designed to not have irritating underwires, no excessive pressure points to "mold" the breasts, gentle and uniform compression of the healing tissues, (and usually higher cost and no style). So if you have a bra that meets those criteria (and your surgeon agrees), shop now (or when your incisions have healed and sealed so they are no longer bleeding or draining)--that just ruins good bras! You may also want to read one of my most popular answers about bra wearing (click on the web reference link below). Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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December 8, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift / Breast Augmentation/ Breast Implants/ Anatomic Gummy Bear Implants/ Silicone Implants/Tuberous Breasts I appreciate your question.
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December 8, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift / Breast Augmentation/ Breast Implants/ Anatomic Gummy Bear Implants/ Silicone Implants/Tuberous Breasts I appreciate your question.
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March 28, 2019
Answer: How long do I have to wear a surgical bra post breast lift? I would defer to your surgeon's recommendation, however, in my practice, I am comfortable with my patients switching to a bra of their choice at any time - although typically anything with an underwire will likely not be comfortable for 2-4 weeks post op. The bra you wear will not affect your surgical result long term.
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March 28, 2019
Answer: How long do I have to wear a surgical bra post breast lift? I would defer to your surgeon's recommendation, however, in my practice, I am comfortable with my patients switching to a bra of their choice at any time - although typically anything with an underwire will likely not be comfortable for 2-4 weeks post op. The bra you wear will not affect your surgical result long term.
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December 7, 2016
Answer: Timing of The Switch To An Underwire Bra After Mastopexy The simple answer to your question is that a patient should wear a surgical bra until the breasts have assumed their final position and shape. Generally, this process can take up to six weeks, but may be faster or slower in individual cases. We generally have our patients continue to wear their surgical bra for at least 2 weeks, before they can switch to a supportive bra of their own choosing without an underwire. The final time point at which they can resume wearing an underwire bra is determined by their surgeon based on their breast aesthetics and comfort with the underwire.
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December 7, 2016
Answer: Timing of The Switch To An Underwire Bra After Mastopexy The simple answer to your question is that a patient should wear a surgical bra until the breasts have assumed their final position and shape. Generally, this process can take up to six weeks, but may be faster or slower in individual cases. We generally have our patients continue to wear their surgical bra for at least 2 weeks, before they can switch to a supportive bra of their own choosing without an underwire. The final time point at which they can resume wearing an underwire bra is determined by their surgeon based on their breast aesthetics and comfort with the underwire.
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