Guide to Breast Augmentation & Breast Implant - Recovery to breast augmentation

Recovery to breast augmentation

l For faster recovery

Keep ice packs applied to your chest on the day of your surgery.

Sleep in an upright position. Do not sleep on your stomach for the first two weeks after surgery.

To avoid unnecessary swelling or bleeding, do not bend over, strain, exercise or do any other activities that could increase pressure in your chest during the first week.

If you have smooth implants, massage them daily to keep them softer, avoid capsular contracture and keep them in proper position. Do not massage in the first 24 hours and do not massage textured implants.

m What happens after breast augmentation surgery?

Your breasts will be somewhat swollen and bruised postoperatively. This usually settles in about two to three weeks. Sometimes swelling may be slightly different between the two sides. This is normal and settles with time. However if a great difference develops between the two sides then you must contact us for advice.

Following a Breast Augmentation, the breasts may appear to be placed quite high up. This is also normal. During the first two months postoperatively the breast implants will gradually lower and settle from the effects of gravity into a more natural position. Do not be alarmed if one side settles quicker than the other, as this sometimes occurs.

Following the operation you will have a light dressing in place which will need to be kept dry until your follow-up appointment. At this time the wound inspected and lightly cleaned. There are no stitches to remove, as these are internal and dissolvable. Always remember to read and follow the postoperative instructions that will be given to you.

n What are my limitations in activity post-operatively?
You should plan to avoid activities which require much raising of the arms above the level of the head for 10 days after surgery. With great care, you can drive about 7 days after surgery. Patients can usually return to work in a few days unless their occupation requires particularly strenuous movements and lifting. In such cases, 2-3 weeks should be allowed.

Walking can commence within days,

Light jogging within 2 weeks,

Gym and Pilates after 4 weeks and upper body weights 6 weeks.

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Recovery to breast augmentation

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