What size pillow is recommended for putting between the seat belt and chest for going home?

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Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It is not necessary to pad your seat belt for the ride home. You will likely have padding from your postoperative dressings however discuss this with your plastic surgeon. #BreastReduction #PlasticSurgery

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

Just a small amount of padding is appropriate.  The seatbelt still needs to perform its function in the event of a crash.

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Iowa Gal,If your seat belt is comfortable, you shouldn't need any padding.  I don't want to contradict your PS, so follow their instructions to the letter.  If your PS wants you to have a pillow, then get specific instructions.  We use a quick recovery approach which can avoid extra steps postop. See video and web reference below.  Be
sure to see only a board certified plastic surgeon (by ABPS - The American
Board of Plastic Surgery) who is a member of ASAPS (The American Society for
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and or a member of ASPS (The American Society of
Plastic Surgeons). Also, ask if they have an established, high volume breast
augmentation practice, performing several hundred breast augmentations each
year.  I wish you the best of luck, Dr. Joe.

Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACS · Answer

Any size that is protecting your nipple from direct pressure should be good.   Good luck, Andrew Cohen, MD

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