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I typically don't recommend taking ibuprofen until two weeks after breast augmentation because there is a small chance that ibuprofen and other NSAIDS (anti inflammatory medicines like Alleve and Motrin) can cause post operative bleeding around the implant. I would recommend plain tylenol if you no longer require narcotic pain medicines. There are some doctors that utilize ibuprofen after surgery and feel very comfortable with it, I however, am a bit more traditional in this regard. I also have an extremely low rate of any post operative bleeding after breast augmentation. I hope this helps.
Every surgeon is different I would ask people to wait 24 hours but that has no scientific basis, its just what I do, call your surgeon to clarify
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On average, after breast augmentation, swelling is mostly gone by 6 weeks.Nipple sensitivity may persist for months but should be slowly improving.Both swelling and nipple sensitivity are more marked and tend to last longer with larger implants. Best wishes.
Your request is not that unusual. While many male patients undergo a range of transgender procedures to achieve complete gender reassignment, such a journey is not for everybody. You have freedom to choose how far (or not) you wish to proceed along that path. If your stated...
I recommend that patients sleep on their back or side after surgery and wear their supportive sports bra or compression bra day and night for the first eight weeks. However, please ask your surgeon for their advice since they may have different advice.
Since your nipples are located below your breast fold, something more aggressive than a donut lift would most likely be more suitable for you. Please ask your surgeon’s office about sizers. Sizers are implants you can place into your bra to see your predicted results. This will allow you to d...
In the state inwhich I practice, surgery can not be performed in a patient less than 18 without parental consent. The question is whether it is appropriate. Consult a PS and get an opinion. The issues are whether your breast have matured adequately, breast shape and size, nipple...
She can see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for a physical examination, which can then help her determine what treatment would be most suitable. Many cosmetic breast surgery options are available depending on the concern. Best of luck to your daughter!
