Can I wear a padded (not push-up) sports bra 2 weeks post-op breast augmentation surgery?

Thank you for your question! For my patients having a breast augmentation, my only bra restriction is no underwire bra for the first 6 weeks post op. Padding is ok, as long as there is no underwire rubbing in the incisions. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Hello and Great Question.  I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure.  My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel.  I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Cosmetic Breast Augmentation Specialist.As each surgeon will have his/her own post op instructions I recommend to my patients to wear the postoperative bra that is given to them the day of surgery for at least 3 weeks after surgery.  We will let them know when it is appropriate to wear a loose fitting sports bra; typically this is around 3 weeks after surgery.  We advise to our patients not to wear a bra or any material that manipulates the position of the implant or breast; or puts pressure on the implant or breast, i.e. push-up bras, underwire bras, padded bras, etc.  With that said, I recommend that you schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon follow his/her recommendations.
I hope that helps!  Best of Luck!
Matthew J. Nykiel, MD
#CoreAesthetic
Breast Augmentation Specialist
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Every surgeon has their own recipe for after surgery.  I would encourage you to ask your surgeon.My protocol is to wear a soft, non cupped bra for the first 6-8 weeks roughly depending on how things are looking.  We see out patients rather frequently to see how everything is progressing.  I allow my patients to resume full activity after 4 weeks.  At that time they can wear a good sports bra to the gym.  Most of my patients start wearing a regular underwire bra at 6-8 weeks.  Some may be sooner some maybe later depending on what was done during the surgery.Hope that helps.

Hi laylalove426, I understand your concern. However, every surgeon has a specific technique or management on how to go about wearing post-operative bras, as this would depend on various factors including the type of surgery, the size of implant, and the technique used during the surgery among others. It is best that you discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon and follow his or her advice on the best options available for you. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery 
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

When discussing the recovery after a breast augmentation with my patients we specifically cover the importance of the surgical bra. It must be worn at all times for 2-3 weeks. Underwire should be avoided for one month. They understand how this can improve their results.

varies widely from surgeon to surgeon so since you chose your surgeon on certain criteria that made your surgeon stand out from the rest, follow your surgeon's recommendations and clear your questions about bra use with  him/her.

This varies by surgeon and person so it is important to have your plastic surgeon approve the bra you will be wearing after surgery. I generally recommend a bra and advise against underwire.

Every surgeon has his/her preference of surgical bras--what type and for how long. Some depends upon what type of implant you have and whether it was placed behind or in front of the muscle. Please ask your surgeon's office what his/she prefers, and follow that advice.

It is very important that you follow the specific advice of your plastic surgeon and not rely on Internet opinions. That said in my practice by 2 weeks my patients can go bra less or wear