There are a number of reasons you may undergo breast augmentation surgery. Maybe you’re displeased with the size or shape of your breasts. Or perhaps you’d like to resolve breast asymmetry or reconstruct breasts after a mastectomy. No matter what your goals are, here are five things you should know before you take the plunge and undergo breast augmentation.
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Take Enough Time Off
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Listen to Your Surgeon
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Prepare Properly
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Be Patient
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Understand Capsular Contracture
Right after breast augmentation, you might feel a bit tired and sore for at least a few days. Your surgeon will recommend that you refrain from intense physical activity and heavy lifting for at least a few weeks after surgery. While you may be tempted to resume your job and/or childcare responsibilities quickly, doing so can delay the healing process. It’s important to take enough time off and ask for some help around the house. This is not the time to push your limits.
Your surgeon is there to guide you to a successful surgery. Be sure to follow all of their orders before, during, and after breast augmentation. If you have any questions or need clarity on something they said, don’t hesitate to reach out to them. Your surgeon has your best interests in mind and is there to help you achieve the best possible results.
There are certain things you’ll need to do to prepare for breast augmentation surgery. Your surgeon will ask you to eat nutritious meals and get plenty of rest in the weeks prior to it. You’ll also be asked to refrain from anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin for a week or so before your surgery. Also, if you smoke, you’ll need to quit. In addition, your surgeon will require you to arrange transportation to and from your breast augmentation.
Unfortunately, you won’t get instant results. It will take anywhere from two to three months for your swelling to resolve. Once the swelling subsides, you’ll slowly but surely notice beautiful results. Wait until you’ve completely recovered and are pleased with the results before you go out and buy new bras and clothes.
Capsular contracture occurs when scar tissue tightens around the breast implant and changes its appearance. While a reputable surgeon should be able to reduce the risk of this complication, it’s important to be aware of it. Since capsular contracture can cause extreme pain, it must be treated through implant removal.