Breast Implant Recovery - Don't Panic!

Whether saline or silicone, breast implants can provide a fuller, natural looking chest for patients with small breasts. However, as with any surgery, there are some challenges involved with the recovery period. While some issues will require a doctor's attention, there are a number of common issues that a patient can remedy themselves at home.
Scarring and keloid formation is a very common symptom of any surgery. As the tissue affected by the incision heals, scars will form, which, depending on the woman’s body chemistry and makeup, will either fade or remain quite visible. During the first few weeks of healing, the scars will appear reddish and raised, but eventually fade. As they fade, they will also flatten until they are almost invisible. 
Some women are prone to develop keloids, which are lumpy, raised scars that are quite visible. There is no exact explanation for why some people develop keloid scars and others don't. However, if the plastic surgeon is aware of this condition, they can take certain precautions to prevent scarring both before and after surgery. Although there are ways to remove scarring later, massaging the breasts daily with vitamin E, cocoa butter or shea butter can significantly help reduce extensive scarring.
Problems with sensitivity are also fairly common. While others complain about numbness around the nipple area, others report extreme sensitivity in their nipples. These concerns usually arise in the early stages of the post-surgery period. Loss of nipple sensitivity is no cause for alarm. A patient can know that nipple sensitivity is returning when she feels some prickling, heat or itchiness in the area. These are symptoms that the nerves are “waking up”. In rare occasions, however, sensation is never regained, and this is due to a damaged nerve, perhaps during surgery. Overly-erect and sensitive nipples can be painful and embarrassing, but are manageable. Simply apply a large, round adhesive bandage or a nursing pad to protect the nipples from scratching against fabric. Overly sensitive nipples usually correct themselves in the days after surgery. 
Noisy, gurgling and squeaking breasts may be unbelievable, but some women have reported noisy breast symptoms immediately after surgery. Buzzing, crackling or gurgling noises are actually caused by air bubbles that have built up from the fluid in the area where the implants are inserted. While most patients will be concerned, the sounds will typically go away in a few weeks, and aren’t any trouble. However, if the sounds persist, the doctor can make some adjustments that will not require surgery.
Frequent check-ups with the plastic surgery can help in recovering after breast implant surgery. However, there are some things the patient can do at home to help themselves recover quickly. Knowing some common issues and how to address them can reduce the stress and prevent panic.