How long should I wait to travel after Breast Lift with Implants?

Travel of any type following cosmetic surgery can potentially complicate the post-operative course. In most cases, patients have recovered sufficiently to travel in about two weeks following breast augmentation with breast lift surgery. Air travel often involves prolonged periods of immobilization and because of this, patients may be at risk for the development of blood clots in their extremities. These blood clots, known as DVTs can potentially represent a life threatening phenomena when they occur.There are several risk factors associated with the development of DVTs. These include the length of the surgical procedure, use of hormonal replacement or birth control pills, cigarette smoking, obesity, a history of cancer, family history of hypercoagulability, advanced age, and a previous history of blood clots.When travel is necessary following cosmetic surgery, every step should be taken to avoid this potential complication. Patients should use anti-embolic stockings, maintain hydration and ambulate frequently when traveling. In patients who have multiple risk factors, anticoagulants such as Lovenox may be necessary.It's important that you discuss your plans for travel in the immediate post-operative period with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to outline a plan that addresses your travel plans.

Thanks for the question. You should be able to go on vacation by 3-4 weeks after your surgery. But this is valid only with assuming postoperative recovery is uneventful. If any unexpected incident happens in your treatment process, this time can be extended or shortened. I wish you all the best.

Things you should remember for optimum post operative healing from your breast lift.Our patients are typically placed in a supportive dressing and given a post op appointment for the next day. The initial discomfort is easily controlled with long acting local anesthetic and oral medication.We ask our patients to avoid any strenuous activities for several days sometimes weeks due to recovery; such as lifting heavy luggage or moving furniture. However early light exercises are encouraged especially walking. If you MUST travel, my advice to you is stay well-hydrated, get up and walk around as soon as you can, frequently flexing your calves and maybe wearing compression stockings. These will reduce the potential for any blood clots of the legs. I would recommend that you keep in contact with your surgeon and follow his or her advice for your best established recovery.