Can I still wear the absorbent pads on my incisions after the steri strips are removed?

Back massage should not cause any damage to silicone implants. As a general rule it is preferred to sleep on your back, but time spent with a massage, even deep tissue should have no impact.

I have two Triple Crown bodybuilders in my cosmetic breast surgery practice. They started upper and lower body Smith machine workouts at six weeks with no problem. I did advise them to start light at first and allow two weeks to get back to their full weight workout. Since you're over two months...

I agree with your doctor. I tell my patients that three weeks after surgery, it’s OK for them to do aerobic activity (treadmill, stationary bike, etc.), running and lower-body weight training. Women are usually comfortable doing arm exercises (upper-body weights, swimming) s...

Thank you for your question and photos.  Unfortunately this is the most common area to have a wound problem with the anchor type scar.  This will heal on it's own but I would have your surgeon keep close tabs on you and the progress of the wound as the implant can be at mild risk with...

Thank you for your question and photos.  Sutures can at times work their way out to the skin level.  This is not an allergy to the sutures or a bad reaction.  The knot of the suture is a large clump of material and although it will dissolve with time, at times it may get pushed to...

Choosing the right size and type of implant depends on any number of factors most of which require an in person exam. So, schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss. Your surgeon may have gel inserts so you can "try out" the 240cc. If not,...