Breast Implant Surgery

If you are considering changing your look, breast implant surgery might be a good idea since larger breasts can definitely help you be proud of your body shape. Just like any other operation, this procedure has a healing period during which you can expect certain things. You should know what you are likely to experience before you sign up for the operation.

Not surprisingly, the first few days following a breast implant procedure can be filled with some pain, discomfort, and swelling. You will not see the results you are looking for until months down the road, which means that right after the procedure your chest will look nothing like what you would expect later. There will probably be several weeks of swelling and bruising, and you can expect to be taking pain medication during this time.

You will likely need to wear a surgical bra at first, lasting a few days. It will then be replaced with a sports bra that you will need to wear for the first few weeks after getting implants. This can help the chest keep its new size and shape, and can keep it from being bumped or hit accidentally since you will likely be more aware of your recent surgery this way.

Do not wear a regular underwire bra for at least a month after surgery, though honestly you will probably not be tempted to do so anyway due to the discomfort when compared to a sports bra.

You should plan to take at least a week off work, though you should take off more time if your job requires you to stand often or lift items. In fact, you are advised not to lift anything heavy for about six weeks, and should not lift items above your head at all for about four weeks after surgery. Following these instructions should help you heal quite fast, and can keep you from ripping any healing incisions open or causing extra discomfort.

You should know that the scars from this procedure typically do not disappear. However, they do not have to be obvious, either, as most good doctors attempt to hide the incision as best as possible. Though scars from the incision do fade over time, you should make sure you are okay with having some for the rest of your life. Most women who get breast implant surgery usually say the operation was worth any light scars they have, especially since they are not noticeable in most cases.