I work as a dental assistant and I am getting my first breast augmentation in 3 weeks. As you know, dental assistants use their arms a lot. A LOT. Would one week off work suffice or should I just take two weeks off? Thank you!
Answer: Activity restrictions after breast augmentation. We do have activity restrictions after breast augmentation because in order to place the implant under (behind) the muscle part of the muscle's attachments to the ribs have to be divided. Even though you will be using your arms a lot, as long as your elbows or forearms are resting on something you should be fine after one week. You might need to alter your routine slightly, but I bet you can do it without much difficulty.I encourage movement right after surgery, so it's not the movement that you want to avoid, it is anything strenuous.You or other women looking for more information about breast augmentation can download my free breast augmentation planner at aBetterBreast.com
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Answer: Activity restrictions after breast augmentation. We do have activity restrictions after breast augmentation because in order to place the implant under (behind) the muscle part of the muscle's attachments to the ribs have to be divided. Even though you will be using your arms a lot, as long as your elbows or forearms are resting on something you should be fine after one week. You might need to alter your routine slightly, but I bet you can do it without much difficulty.I encourage movement right after surgery, so it's not the movement that you want to avoid, it is anything strenuous.You or other women looking for more information about breast augmentation can download my free breast augmentation planner at aBetterBreast.com
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Answer: A week off may be sufficient This is a question that’s best directed to your surgeon. A week off may be sufficient if you avoid lifting heavy things and take several rests throughout the day, but you should ask your surgeon.
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Answer: A week off may be sufficient This is a question that’s best directed to your surgeon. A week off may be sufficient if you avoid lifting heavy things and take several rests throughout the day, but you should ask your surgeon.
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March 12, 2018
Answer: When can I return to work after my breast augmentation? Since you do use your shoulders a lot in your profession, it would be advisable to take at least 2 weeks off of work. But since most Plastic Surgeons have their own specific post-operative protocols, this is really a discussion that you need to have with your Plastic Surgeon. Best of luck with your procedure!-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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March 12, 2018
Answer: When can I return to work after my breast augmentation? Since you do use your shoulders a lot in your profession, it would be advisable to take at least 2 weeks off of work. But since most Plastic Surgeons have their own specific post-operative protocols, this is really a discussion that you need to have with your Plastic Surgeon. Best of luck with your procedure!-Gregory A Buford MD FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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March 20, 2018
Answer: RReturnng to wor as a dental assistant after a BAM HI Michela, Please ask your own PS what he/she recommends and follow their instructions. I tell my patients to not to lift their elbows above their shoulders when they return to work for about 5 weeks. Working with your hands should be fine. Just go slowly and avoid sudden turns and movements. Again, please consult with your own PS.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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March 20, 2018
Answer: RReturnng to wor as a dental assistant after a BAM HI Michela, Please ask your own PS what he/she recommends and follow their instructions. I tell my patients to not to lift their elbows above their shoulders when they return to work for about 5 weeks. Working with your hands should be fine. Just go slowly and avoid sudden turns and movements. Again, please consult with your own PS.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Time off work after breast augmentation Hello and thanks for your questions. With the type of work that you do - active arm motion, elbows elevated, etc. - you would most likely have a much easier recovery if you were able to take more than 1 week off. Two weeks should be more than sufficient. For those that have less arm-intensive occupations, I usually let them know that they can most likely comfortably return to work after 3-4 days, but this is not the case for your occupation. Discuss fully with your surgeon.
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Time off work after breast augmentation Hello and thanks for your questions. With the type of work that you do - active arm motion, elbows elevated, etc. - you would most likely have a much easier recovery if you were able to take more than 1 week off. Two weeks should be more than sufficient. For those that have less arm-intensive occupations, I usually let them know that they can most likely comfortably return to work after 3-4 days, but this is not the case for your occupation. Discuss fully with your surgeon.
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