The Emotional Side Of Breast Augmentation Surgery

Recovery from breast augmentation surgery is a physical and often emotional process. Your body must heal from the incisions and changes made, but some people are caught off guard by the fact that they are so emotional during the recovery period. Preparing yourself for the emotional impact is just as important as preparing yourself physically for the procedure. If you are aware of the coming changes, it is easier to prepare yourself for them.

It is important that you keep things in perspective both pre-surgery and post-surgery. In the days and weeks preceding surgery you are likely to be excited and anticipating great changes in your body and life. You will be busy preparing ahead for your family's needs while you recover and may find yourself a little stressed or anxious. After surgery you will be tired, sore and maybe even a little sad or depressed. All of these emotions are normal and to be expected.

Breast augmentation surgery is like any other surgical procedure in that you will have to give your body time to "bounce back" afterwards. You need to be prepared for the fact that you will not wake up after surgery to the breasts you had hoped for. When this reality hits during the recovery period, you may find yourself depressed and upset that your body is not as you hoped it would be. Coupled with the after-affects of anesthesia, there is a good chance that you may be overwhelmed. This is where perspective is comes into play.

As you recover, try to take the process one day at a time. It may sound cliché, but your body will heal better if you give it time and rest. Your breasts may be bruised, swollen and sore -- all normal aspects of the recovery process. If you are careful and follow your doctor's instructions, you can minimize the risk of infection and other complications.

One-way to help yourself maintain perspective during the recovery process is to set easily attainable goals. Ask your surgeon for some benchmarks for the recovery process, and focus on reaching those one at a time. This will help to encourage you as you see small progressive steps that are leading to a full and completely recovered you!

Sometimes the sadness that you experience after a traumatic experience does not go away on its own. If you are feeling consistently sad and depressed, it is important to communicate this to your doctor. While the sadness and depression is normal, you may feel better after you have been reassured by your doctor that everything is going to be okay and you are on the path to full recovery.

Within a few months of your breast augmentation surgery you will be able to enjoy your new look. You will probably enjoy shopping for new clothes or trying on a new swimsuit. Once you feel up to being out of the house, your friends will be eager to see the "new" you. With patience you can have a successful breast augmentation experience that you desire.