Recovering from Breast Augmentation Connecticut (Augmentation Mammoplasty)

Recovery

Your breasts will appear firmer and fuller immediately following your Connecticut breast augmentation. As with any surgical procedure, some swelling and/or bruising can be anticipated. Your breasts may not attain their final feel or shape for three to four months. Be sure to address any questions or concerns with your surgeon immediately. Your health and happiness are the most important considerations at any time.

When you "awaken" after your Connecticut Breast Augmentation procedure, you may be uncomfortable. Board Certified Connecticut Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Singer, will give you medication to relieve any discomfort. You will be placed in a surgical bra immediately after your procedure. You will continue to wear this day and night for approximately two weeks. However, you may remove this special bra for showering purposes during those first few days. You will receive specific instructions to follow during your recovery including rest and sleeping positions, raising your arms, bathing and showering techniques, breast manipulation and deep breathing exercises.

Board Certified Connecticut Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Singer, will want to examine you at regular intervals during the first 90 days following your breast enlargement at our Westport, Connecticut, medical offices. Sometime after the third day, Dr. Singer will remove any bandages and check your incision area. You will need your surgical bra to support your breasts until your doctor tells you otherwise. Your breasts may be swollen and bruised for approximately one-two weeks.

In most patients, the scars from the incisions will be pink for about six months and gradually fade thereafter. The scars are usually inconspicuous. Nevertheless, you should know that all scars are permanent and their height, width and final color are not totally predictable.

As with any surgical procedure, small nerves to the skin are interrupted during surgery. Portions of the nipple area may feel numb or have less than full feeling. Sensitivity usually returns over several weeks, but some diminished feeling may last indefinitely.

If you sunbathe, or utilize a tanning bed, you must not do so until any numbness of the breast is gone (to avoid burning). After this point, you must protect the incision site with a sunscreen of SPF 15 or more for at least six months.

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