A Guide to Breast Augmentation Recovery

Recovering from a breast augmentation should not be taken lightly. It is still an invasive surgery. To ensure have a speedy recovery, you must obey all of the post operation instructions that were given to you by your plastic surgeon. You may have taken a few days off of work for your recovery, and it is not unreasonable to expect to be able to return to work so soon. In order to give yourself the best chance at healing and recovering completely, you should take at least a week or two off of work. Everyone's body heals differently and for some it may take longer than a few weeks. This is why it important to allow for extra time off, you don't know how long your recovery will be until you are in the process. The average recovery time frame for breast augmentation is three to four weeks. Many people are able to go back to work after five days. Of course, they may still feel a bit sore and fatigued. After your enhancement surgery and during your recovery, it is not uncommon to still feel sore and be a bit swollen. That is normal and the swelling should subside over the next few weeks. The day of your procedure, you will be able to walk around but you cannot drive. It is best for you to have someone come with you to your procedure so that they can take you home. It is recommended that you have someone look after you during the first day or so after your surgery. To help facilitate your recovery and keep you comfortable during your recovery from your breast augmentation, your plastic surgeon will prescribe you some medications. It is important for you take all medication as prescribed. Keep an eye out for some of the risks that are associated with the procedure. If you start to experience any infection, inflammation, redness, excessive bleeding or rupture, contact your doctor right away and get to a hospital as soon as possible. The chances of this happening are very minimal but you must be on the lookout for them. Your surgeon will explain what to look for before and after your surgery. Your health is very important and it can be compromised if you have complications during recovery. Try to avoid doing activities that are too physically demanding or strenuous during the first few weeks. Wearing bras that offer ample support can help to decrease your discomfort. Now that you have a bigger pair of breasts, you may also want to use this time to get properly fitted for some new bras. Never wear bras or tops that are too tight or restrictive. Also do not let anyone to squeeze your breasts too hard. You want to avoid damaging your implants. In some cases women with silicone implants that have been damaged or ruptured, serious health issues can occur. You also don't want to end up walking around with a deflated breast.