Is it necessary to buy puppy pads after a mommy makeover?

As every surgeon has his or her own post op protocol, I would suggest that you ask your surgeon. Pads are helpful when you empty your drains, but many surgeon don't use drains these days. Best, Dr. Nazarian

#Mommymakeover : aftercareI've stopped using drains for the tummy and #breasts.   Any absorbent pad including sanitary napkins  are helpful if you have drainage

I personally don't use drains at all with breast reduction. After the original dressings are removed, most patients have very little drainage of any kind. I generally have the breasts covered with a clean, not necessarily sterile, absorbent pad such as a washcloth. When the incisions are completely dry the patient switches over to only a bra.

I appreciate your question.

It is rare to have that much bleeding post operatively.  The initial dressing put on after surgery is likely all you should need.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



best of luck!



Dr Schwartz

It is rare to have much bleeding after tummy tuck and breast augmentation.  The goal is to perform surgery with virtually zero bleeding.  The initial dressing put on at surgery is likely all you will need.Dr Rodger ShorttOakville Plastic SurgeonDirector of Cosmetic Surgery Training &Assistant Clinical Professor,McMaster University 

It is not necessary to buy absorbent pads after your mommy makeover. There should not be copious amounts of drainage. Patients can use towels or absorbent pads for the first few days if desired in order to protect bedding or the fabric on furniture from any small leaks.