When can I start wearing a normal bra after breast augmentation?

Question

I am 3 weeks post op and my boobs feel ok just my incisions stings here and there .. But I really want to buy a bra when could I start wearing normal nice bras ?

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Every surgeon has his or her preference when a commercial bras can be worn. I typically wait six weeks after your breast augmentation to allow use of designer/commercial bras. Consult with your plastic surgeon on this issue.Good luck.Earl Stephenson Jr MD DDS FACS

Ralph Trey Aquadro, MD · Answer

Every surgeon has different protocols that they use.  There is no right or wrong answer to this question.  Generally it is best to stay the course with the surgeon you chose for the operation.  I recommend for my patients to wait at least 6 weeks for the swelling to go down to buy new bras.  Until that time, I have my patients wear a provided sports bra.  Hope this helps.  Trey Aquadro, M.D.East Alabama Plastic SurgeonAuburn, AL

Angela Champion, MD · Answer

This is something you need to ask your surgeon because each surgeon has their own recommendations.  Depending on how my you are healing, I allow my patients to go into a regular bra about around 3-4 weeks after surgery.  I wouldn't invest a lot on bras just yet because as you heal and your implants settle over the next few months, your breast shape will also change.  Keep that in mind after you get the OK from your surgeon to start wearing a regular bra.  ac

Adrian Richards, MBBS, MSc · Answer

Thank you very much for your enquiry. We normally
recommend that you go back to a normal sports bra 2-3 weeks following surgery.

This however, does vary considerably between
surgeons and some surgeons prefer the use of a support bra for slightly longer
and some less.

I think it would be worthwhile getting specific
information from your surgeon as to what they would prefer and in most cases a
simple call to their office or nurse will give you this answer.

I hope your bust settles down well.

Best wishes.

Stephen Salerno, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

Helloi normally say you can start wearing a normal bra about 6 weeks after breast augmentation surgeryregardsStephen Salerno

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

Good question, but better asked of your own surgeon, who knows you, knows what was done, and has followed your recovery. Whether or not your surgeon feels it necessary to use a pectoral strap may affect any recommendation. Each surgeon has his/her own suggestions, and there is probably no absolute right or wrong. (If there were, a lot of us would be doing wrong!)All the best.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I allow most patients to wear a regular bra after several weeks.  It is best for you to ask your surgeon what hits preference is.

Megan Jack, MD · Answer

In part, the time frame for returning to a normal bra depends on where your incision is and your surgeon's post-operative protocol. Often, after an incision in the fold beneath the breast, we tend to avoid any underwire bras for a month or 2 to avoid putting any excess pressure on the incision as it heals.  At only 3 weeks after your augmentation you will still have some swelling so being fitted for a new bra right now is premature--as the swelling comes down your new pretty bra won't fit properly any longer!  I would get some inexpensive cute sports bras or similar to wear if ok with your surgeon until the swelling is down enough to get a new properly fitted bra!

Scott Wells, MD · Answer

The reason for not wearing a standard underwire bra after breast augmentation is that the wire can both irritate both an IMF scar or adversly raise a newly lowered crease.   I generally advise my patient to avoid wearing an underwire bra until all evidence of redness is gone from the scar, 2-3 months.

Mennen T. Gallas, MD · Answer

I usually suggest that a patient is ready to transition in to a regular bra around 6 weeks after surgery.  Much of the swelling has settled at that point.  A professional bra fitting is a great idea at that point.

When can I start wearing a normal bra after breast augmentation?

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