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!
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 11, 2018
Answer: Dental assistant: returning to work after breast aug Thank you for your questions. Every surgeon has a different protocol so best to discuss it with your surgeon. I think that for most patients, they are able to return to work within a week or even less in most cases. As long as your job does not require heavy lifting or straining, you should be ok. If you have any doubts or want to be overly cautious, then plan for 2 weeks off and then go back early if you feel up to it.Best of luck!
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March 11, 2018
Answer: Dental assistant: returning to work after breast aug Thank you for your questions. Every surgeon has a different protocol so best to discuss it with your surgeon. I think that for most patients, they are able to return to work within a week or even less in most cases. As long as your job does not require heavy lifting or straining, you should be ok. If you have any doubts or want to be overly cautious, then plan for 2 weeks off and then go back early if you feel up to it.Best of luck!
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