Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Question

I am having explant only surgery of 600cc silicone one under muscle and one above muscle. The PS does not use a compression garment or bandage. The office said you just remove it when you shower anyway. Is this standard? My understanding is that there is need for compression after explant.

Warren Schutte, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, I routinely have my patients wear compression for 1 week after Implant removal. Mainly for the fact that it helps with possible seroma complications. Best of luck!

Elizabeth Slass Lee, MD · Answer

After I take out breast implants, I usually have patients were a slightly compressive and supportive bra, like a good sports bra that opens in the front or the back, not one that pulls down over the head. Different patients wear them for different amounts of time, depending on how they heal and on their degree of comfort. There are many ways to provide postoperative care, and no one way is absolutely correct. In general, patients in my experience are more comfortable when their post surgical breasts are supported in a bra, but your surgeon may have a different view. The most important thing is that you be able to discuss your concerns with the surgeon, not necessarily with the office staff. Make sure any surgeon operating on you to remove breast implants is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Best Wishes

Payman Danielpour, MD, FACS · Answer

Every surgeon has a different approach and there really is no right or wrong.  In my practice, I use drains and a compression wrap for a week followed by a tight sports bra.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

This is a good question without a clear and definitive answer. I've done both ways. It does not appear that compression following explant is a guarantee to prevent fluid accumulation. It can't hurt- so if it is available- would be a good idea to do it.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

I recommend my patients wear a tight sports bra for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.  On the operating table, I put them in a tight compression garment at the end of the case.  I have great results with this.  Best to you!

Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answers (6)

Answer: Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answer: Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answer: Compression Garments After Surgery

Answer: Compression Garments After Surgery

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Implant Removal

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answers (6)

Answer: Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answer: Is a compression bandage or garment best to have right after explant surgery?

Answer: Compression Garments After Surgery

Answer: Compression Garments After Surgery

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Implant Removal

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.