Breast augmentation, also known as a breast enlargement or breast implant surgery, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery operations worldwide and we offer practical breast augmentation advice for after your procedure.
- Avoid any activity that puts stress on the wounds, including raising your arms above the head and lifting heavy items (i.e. shopping, children) for 6 weeks.
- Depending on your job, you should be able to return to work within 1 to 2 weeks after the surgery. For me I advise 2 to 3 weeks after surgery.
- You will need to sleep on your back for the first 2 weeks following surgery.
- You should sleep propped up with pillows to reduce swelling of the breasts.
- Should you require pain relief, Paracetamol is recommended. Please avoid taking Aspirin based medications as they may cause bleeding.
- It is important that you complete the course of antibiotics if you have been prescribed them.
- Avoid any activity that puts stress on the wounds, including raising your arms above the head and lifting heavy items (i.e. shopping, children) for 6 weeks.
- All dressings should be kept intact and dry until your first follow-up review appointment. Advice will be given at this appointment regarding dressings and care of the scars.
- You will be fitted with a sports bra, which should be worn day and night for 4 — 6 weeks. Take if off for washing only. This will be provided by the hospital.
- It is important that a supportive bra is worn and not a bra with underwires. Your surgeon will advise you as to when you can change to a different style of bra.
- Avoid hot baths and showers for 2 weeks following surgery. A shallow, tepid bath is an alternative.
- Driving is not advised for 2 weeks following surgery.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, lifting or swimming for 6 weeks after surgery.
- Please refrain from smoking as this prevents good wound healing.
- Depending on your job, you should be able to return to work within 1 to 2 weeks after the surgery.
- Swelling in the breasts is expected and normal. This may take up to 6 weeks to settle.
- Your breasts will probably be sensitive to direct stimulation for up to 3 weeks. Breast contact is fine once they are no longer sore, usually 3 — 4 weeks after the surgery.
- Should you experience undue pain, redness, hardening, a raised temperature or feel unwell, please contact the hospital where you had your procedure, or your surgeon directly if requested to do so by your Consultant.
If you would like more information about aftercare following Breast Augmentation, please contact our team for advice.
