Why is binding on top of the breasts necessary after BA? What does it do and how long do I really need to wear it?

There are many paths to good results. Some doctors use bra's and bands after surgery, some are very restrictive regarding movement, some use no bra's and bands and some have no restrictions in movement after surgery. They choose these depending on their own experience in getting their best results after their particular surgical technique. However, once you start down a path, it is usually best to see it though to the end.These types of specific questions are best made to your plastic surgeon. I am a plastic surgeon who uses both techniques, so I am open minded to both sides of the debate regarding breast bands. Often, I adapt my postoperative care plan to what I am seeing with my patients during their recovery. Every patient is different. Perhaps your implants are riding high, and a band is being used to help relax the muscle and allow the implants to drop faster. Maybe you don't need it any more? I can't tell from here.Your surgeon knows more about your surgery than any online responder. While the final results are more dependent on the surgery than the aftercare, the aftercare is still important. When implants are placed behind the muscle, I find that patients are more comfortable with a bra and band than bouncing free, and that the implants drop faster. For implant in front of the muscle, I do not use a band.I am assuming you chose your plastic surgeon because you like their results. Their post-operative recommendations are part of the process of achieving those results. I don't think it would be a good idea to take a procedure performed by a plastic surgeon who uses a post operative band, and then follow the advice of a surgeon who knows nothing about the particulars of your operation, especially if those doctors never use bands. Our techniques may be different than you doctor's, and may have different problems associated with them.If you are having a lot of pain or discomfort wearing the band, consult your doctor. Maybe it is too tight, or in the wrong position. You may have another problem that needs to be addressed. If the main problem is that the band interferes with fashion, it's a temporary problem that will help get you the best result possible for future fashion choices.

I appreciate your question.Submuscular implants tend to ride high early on so The bandeau helps push the implants down.  When it's used, why , how long etc varies from patient to patient.



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 breast surgery.

Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz

#breastaugmentation and postoperative carethis will vary from patient to patient. Some patients may be placed in a bra, others
will wear an elastic bandage. Your
doctor will decide after surgery and in subsequent weeks, which dressing will
suit your needs.the band pushes the implants down.  sub muscular #implants tend to ride high early on