Supplements for wound healing after breast augmentation?

Nutritional optimization pre-operatively is always advisable.

Supplementation is not necessarily required. As long as a patient is eating a healthy diet, they are unlikely to be deficient.

It should also be discussed that several dietary supplements should be avoided due to increased risk of bleeding (garlic, fish oil, ginseng, gingko among others).

As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Hello!
I would recommend, Juven, it is a drink that you can purchase on Amazon that helps with healing! I would also recommend a high protein diet before and after to help as well. Typically it’s 1 gram of protein per body weight pound. Hope this helps!

Hello, thank you for your question. In my practice I offer a post-surgery healing supplement pack, what this consists of is Arnica and Bromelain. Arnica helps with relief of bruising, swelling and pain. Bromelain helps with balance of the natural inflammatory response. You can find these supplements at any vitamin shop but if you prefer to eat the food rather than take a pill you can eat pineapples. Pineapple is a natural anti-inflammatory fruit. Wish you a speedy post-op recovery.

Thank you for your question. To support wound healing, reduce inflammation, and promote optimal recovery, focus on a diet rich in protein (to provide amino acids needed for tissue repair), antioxidants (berries, spinach, kale, and nuts), healthy fats (avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, nuts, and seeds) and fiber-rich foods (whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes). Supplements that promote healing include Vitamin A (Sweet potatoes, carrots, and spinach), Vitamin C (Citrus fruits, strawberries, and bell peppers), Zinc (Shellfish, nuts, seeds, and whole grains), Omega-3s (Fatty fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts), Vitamin B (Poultry, eggs, fortified cereals, and leafy greens), and Iron (Lean red meat, spinach, and lentils). Staying hydrated is essential for skin elasticity and efficient healing. Certain supplements, such as Vitamin E, garlic, ginseng, ginkgo biloba, and NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin), can thin the blood or interfere with healing. Before starting any supplements, discuss them with your surgeon to ensure they are safe and won’t interfere with your recovery or medications.

In the absence of underlying medical problems, a normal healthy diet should be sufficient for proper healing. This should be confirmed by your surgeon as he or she would have reviewed your medical history prior to surgery.

I recommend taking in 1 gram of protein per kilogram body weight daily. You can use whey protein supplements to ensure proper nutrition for healing.

If you are a healthy and eat a normal diet, you should that need any supplements for excellent healing. Enjoy your surgery!

Each surgeon has their own post-op instructions on care. They would be able to tell you which supplements/foods to consume in order to expedite healing. Generally speaking, a healthy diet rich in protein and leafy vegetables is recommended.

My general recommendations for things to help you heal are simple. If you have no disease processes and no real dietary restrictions, a normal healthy diet will be more than sufficient for most wound healing processes. I do ask most of my patients to increase the amount of protein we consume in the postop phase. This helps in two ways- It provides the building blocks to make the collagen/scar needed to heal and I feel it help with swelling by promoting increases in your circulating albumen levels. Certain diseases and drugs can alter wound healing and they can have differents meds/ foods added to your diet to help with normal wound healing. I hope this information helps!!

Dear Littemiss,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery