How long after breast implant surgery can they be squeezed without damage or complications?

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I have had a breast augmentation with textured silicon implants with a lift. When is it safe for my partner to squeeze my implants? In a few months or after a year? I’m not sure when it is safe to do so without any complications. Thank you.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

I recommend you wait 8 weeks to allow the capsule to mature and implants to settle in their space.  Especially implants placed under the muscle tend to move out of position easily in the early healing period. After 8 weeks, your implants are fully cushioned by skin and fat and therefore will not rapture by a squeeze. With that said, I must add that I do not recommend my patients to get mammography after their breast implant surgery. Instead, they can continue to get their yearly checks with ultrasound. Best wishes.

Albert Ko, MD · Answer

Hi there, thanks for your question! To be safe, I would wait at least 6 weeks before doing any major squeezing on your breasts, just to make sure the incisions from your lift have closed up and the pocket is nice and dry and healed before causing any trauma. A good reference is that if it doesnt hurt you, its probably ok to do! Good luck on your post-operative journey!

Tommaso Addona, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Generally speaking, the incisions on the breasts should be fully healed prior to touching them in order to avoid infection. This should be within four weeks, but you may experience some soreness if they are being "squeezed". I recommend speaking with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for the question. 
I typically recommend patients to wait at least 2 months prior to squeezing/manipulating the breast implants in order to allow for more wound healing to take place.
I would also discuss your questions and concerns with your Plastic Surgeon.
I hope this helps.Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is best to avoid strenuous activity for six weeks after surgery.  Your surgeon will discuss post op restrictions during recovery with you.

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