Question About Breast Augmentation

After Breast Augmentation surgery, incision scars will most likely remain firm and pink for approximately six weeks. Over the next several months, the scars will fade significantly, but they will never disappear completely. The locations of these scars will depend on the incision site and breast imp... Read More
Swelling occurs at a minimal rate if the implants are placed over the muscle - which is most of the case. Regardless, swelling usually occurs 3-5 days after surgery and thereafter improves. If your implants are over the muscle, 75% of the swelling will be gone in 2 weeks and the rest will resolve ov... Read More
Most women do not bruise after Breast Augmentation. If you do, however, do not worry, because it is not unusual and does not affect your final result. If any exists, it improves within a week or two. Read More
Most surgeons use stitches that absorb into the skin and do not require removal. If your surgeon uses stitches that require removal, do not be critical or suspicious, as this is not uncommon. If stitches are to be removed, they will be removed in 5-7 days. Read More
If your incision shows the following symptoms below you need to contact your doctor immediately. -slow to heal -red -appears to be opening up -has pus oozing from it -painful Also, if you feel feverish, hot or pain, you need to contact your doctor immediately. These symptoms could very well be a sig... Read More
If the problem is just with the sutures coming out rather than dissolving, this should resolve spontaneously. Go directly to your surgeon and have them evaluate if this is the case. A deeper form of infection around the implant will not be cured by antibiotics and will require implant removal and re... Read More
This varies from woman to woman. If you get really large implants, then you may very well notice a difference in nipple/areola size. Women can go from an A to a D cup without noticing a significant change, if any at all. Read More
Yes, you can sleep on your stomach after surgery, but it may take a little time before tummy-sleeping is comfortable for you. Basically, it depends on how you recover. Some women can sleep on their stomach as early as 2 weeks post-op, while it takes others a little longer. Read More
You may return to work in 4-7 days if the implants were placed over your muscle, and 7-10 days if the implants were placed under your muscle. If your job requires lifting, you may return to work in the same time frame but will probably have lifting restrictions. Read More
For a Breast Augmentation and implants placed over the muscle, most plastic surgeons will ask you to stop all exercising for 1-4 weeks after surgery. For implants placed under the muscle, 2-8 weeks is the normal wait time. Read More
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