Support Binder or Bra
Wear your support binder or bra day and night for up to one week. After 48 hours, you may remove it to shower, but we suggest you leave it on most of the time for support. After one week, wear a support bra while sleeping, if desired. You can do away with the bra completely after two weeks.
You will have received prescriptions for pain medication as well as antibiotics prior to surgery. After surgery, you will likely experience moderate discomfort which should be relieved with pain medication.
Swelling and Bruising
Swelling and bruising is a normal and expected part of your recovery. While the bruising will fade in about one week, the swelling will usually persist for about five to six weeks. Your nipples may be very sensitive during this time of healing, and they may even have a burning sensation.
If you develop severe pain or severe swelling on one or more breasts after surgery, notify Dr. Savalia immediately.
You may sleep on your side after four days and on your stomach after one to two weeks, depending on your comfort level.
You will be able to walk around your home and perform minor activities within one to two days. However, please limit the use of your arms and avoid extending them over shoulder level for two weeks to allow the implants to heal in position.
Don'ts After Breast Augmentation Surgery
Do not lift weights exceeding 20 pounds for two weeks.
Absolutely no sports for two weeks. However, walking and leg exercises are allowed after four days. Wear a support bra during these activities.
Do not drive a car for one week, and never while you are taking a narcotic pain medication or sleep medication.
Breast Augmentation Surgery Recovery Time
At your one week post-operative visit, your stitches will be removed. After all the stitches are out, Dr. Savalia recommends using Scarguard ScarCare® to minimize scarring and redness, available in our office or any retail pharmacy.
Most patients will feel well enough to return to work in about one week after surgery. If your job requires a high level of physical activity, you should discuss this with Dr. Savalia prior to returning to work.
NOTE: Normally breasts are asymmetrical. Therefore, it is not unusual for your breasts to have some minor degree of asymmetry after surgery.
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