Before and after breast augmentation: what you need to know

When we look at photos of famous ladies before and after breast augmentation, we certainly want to look like them.But if you do not limit yourself to sighs of envy, it is important to learn as much as possible about the procedure.For example, about preparation and recovery periods.

Weigh the pros and cons before taking action

If you want to go through the same operation, you need to decide why it is needed.Hear your surgeon's advice and opinion on breast augmentation before and after surgery.

Weighing the pros and cons is the initial and important preparatory stage

Let's talk about when to have surgery:

• before plastic surgery, the figure is disproportionate and unattractive;
• clothes do not fit well - there is too much free space in the chest area;
• due to childbirth, sudden weight loss or normal age-related changes, the bust appeared worse;
• one mammary gland is much smaller than the other.

But here's why it's better to abandon the idea:

• it is not possible to intervene in case of breast cancer, fibrous cysts, overweight, diabetes;
• drug allergies and blood, heart and lung problems are also contraindications;
• the operating process will not be beneficial if the woman smokes;
• if after a while the surgeon cannot observe it, it is better not to start the operation;
• You should also be prepared to change implants in the future.

What tests should be performed before surgery?

Like any surgery, plastic surgery must pass certain tests.

• General and biochemical blood test.The deadline for the examinations is two weeks before the operation.If inflammation or anemia is diagnosed, treatment will be required.
• Mammography.This is a mandatory part of the examination, which allows you to identify existing problems.The slightest changes in the normal state of the mammary glands are grounds for rejecting the augmentation procedure.

• Blood test for platelets and coagulation.Unsatisfactory results indicate a risk of hematoma formation.
• Pregnancy test.Even one week of pregnancy is a reason to refuse surgery.The fact is that anesthesia negatively affects the fetus.
• Fluorography of the lungs and ECGto determine the condition of the heart.If the result is negative, surgery is prohibited.

What nuances do you need to know before surgery?

Before breast augmentation surgery, follow these recommendations:

• If you are taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, you should stop.They significantly reduce blood clotting;
• You should not drink alcohol for at least three to four days before the procedure.Even better - in seven days;
• You should definitely consult a mammologist and a surgeon.They give individual recommendations, study the initial breast volume;
• it is necessary to saturate the body with water before and during breast augmentation.This will help you tolerate the surgery better.

The importance of wearing a bra in the postoperative period

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation requires wearing a special compression garment.And regardless of what size it ended up being.

Such underwear is usually left in place for three to four weeks to:

• the implants did not move and therefore the shape was maintained as intended by the doctor.To avoid an irregular shape, a normal bra is not acceptable after surgery;
• in the postoperative period, breast enlargement was not full of sagging.In this case, the breast tissue moves somewhere in the area of the nipple.As a result, after surgery, the entire positive effect may disappear;
• the breasts did not spread in different directions.Implants can lead to a similar result;
• the body gets used to the new weight.A significant size 3 breast augmentation, such as after the first one, can cause discomfort.A woman simply feels uncomfortable at first when carrying such an unusual weight.

The patient's condition immediately after surgery

After breast augmentation, rehabilitation may begin with pain - heaviness, swelling.They last about a week.Especially if the implants are located under the pectoral muscle.

The first two days of the week will be particularly painful.During this rehabilitation period, the use of painkillers prescribed by the doctor is allowed.However, if you do not take them, the discomfort will still go away, but gradually.

The skin may itch, burn, and react to the slightest touch.You're guaranteed to have a hard time raising your hand.The possibility of general weakness and an increase in temperature cannot be excluded.

During the initial recovery period after surgery, your breasts may appear tight and even larger than intended.Edema is to blame.However, this will disappear on its own within a month at most.

If the pain after breast augmentation is particularly strong and prolonged, consult a doctor immediately.Swelling and redness, although normal, should also be shown to a specialist.

What to expect in the first week after the procedure

In the first week, in addition to the above, you can expect the following:

• Bandages can be removed in the first days.Bandages are applied on the third and seventh days after the procedure.In the next recovery period, these should also be done, but the exact number depends on individual characteristics;
• stitches after breast augmentation are removed this week.If the specialist used special tape or glue during the operation, then they do not need to be artificially removed.Such binders will disappear on their own over time;
• Ideally, you can shower within a day.However, it also happens that you have to wait a week;
• Do not push, twist or pull.Also, the patient cannot lift things.And not only the difficult, but also the easy - it is better to avoid lifting the arms during the rehabilitation period after breast augmentation;
• Women are also concerned that the sensitivity of the nipples is as low as possible.This phenomenon is natural and will disappear over time.

What to expect between weeks two and six

The first week - the hardest - is over.But what happens next?

Some patients may return to work during this time.Here, however, everything is individual, depending on the nature of the work itself.The same applies to intimate life - everything depends on the characteristics of the patient's body.

Excessive physical activity should still be avoided.It is better to replace sports with frequent walks in the fresh air and a balanced diet.

The chest can then be "decorated" with stitches.But don't worry because they will dissolve.Over time, only a specialist can see such a seam.

From the second week, he can try to sleep on your side.But be careful.If you feel discomfort, it is better to return to the lying position.

During the second week, you cannot visit a solarium, bath, or sauna.However, your doctor may advise you to stay away from them for a longer period of time.

Possible complications

Of course, you have to hope for the best, but you also have to take into account the possibility of complications.And they can be:

• allergic reactions, such as to anesthesia;
• accumulation of fluid under the skin, hematoma, seroma.In any case, specialist intervention is required;
• the appearance of the seams remains the same as at the beginning, they do not dissolve;
• implant displacement - no one is immune to it.And such movement can be directed in any direction, requiring further surgery.However, this complication is uncommon;
• leakage, rupture of the implant.It definitely needs to be replaced.But the risk of such metamorphoses is also small: about 1% in the first 12 months after surgery, and about 4% after that;
• infections - these can be expected in the first months.The risk is also small - about 1%.The problem can be solved with antibiotic treatment and removal of the source of infection.A new implant can be inserted later, but no earlier than six months later.

It is worth noting that the breasts are perfect for a long time after plastic surgery.Of course, if all the recommendations for the preparatory and postoperative period are properly followed.