How tight is too tight when wearing breast augmentation band?

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My left breast is higher than the right one. I wear it 24/7 except during Saturday nights when I go out. I don't want to overdo it.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear rrrr111,your band should be tight but not too tight to cause you pain or discomfort. Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommend to his patients so it would be the best to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery 
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is best to have your Plastic Surgeon show you exact placement and pressure of band. The band typically needs to be worn tight enough to put pressure on the upper portion of the breasts to assist in the implants falling into the breast pocket.

Michael J. Yoo, MD · Answer

Postop protocols vary from surgeon to surgeon and its best to speak to your PS about how 'tight' the band should be.  He would be the best individual to give you this advice.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

BEST to see your chosen operative surgeon in a follow up list to discuss the use of the postoperative breast band.

Stacy Peterson, MD (retired) · Answer

You want to wear the band tight enough to allow pressure to the breasts, otherwise it is not doing you any good.

Tarick K. Smiley, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

It is not uncommon for one side to drop faster than the other one.  Nonetheless, at three weeks most patients will get an idea of the final appearance of their breasts.

First and foremost, your doctor should give you specific details on how to wear the band.  Take note that each surgeon has his own preferred postop care.  Nonetheless, the bands (or compression garments) should not be too tight that they are causing discomfort and skin changes.  It is important not to cut off circulation lest you may aggravate swelling or it may cause healing problems.

Good luck and best wishes.

How tight is too tight when wearing breast augmentation band?

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