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5 Tips for a Speedy Breast Augmentation Recovery Process!5 min read

What to Expect after Breast Augmentation: 5 Tips for a Speedy Recovery Process
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When talking to my friends, at least 7 out of 10 are unhappy with their breast shape or size. And they are not the only ones. This is why a lot of women turn to breast augmentation surgery. Therefore, it is essential to inform ourselves and learn what awaits us at the end of breast augmentation surgery.

What Is Breast Augmentation Surgery?

During breast augmentation surgery (or breast enlargement), implants are inserted into your breasts to increase their size, alter their placement, or change their shape. The procedure is also known as breast enlargement or “boob job.”

The recovery can be physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging, as with any surgery. Therefore, you have to prepare yourself beforehand and learn what is awaiting you.

Breast Augmentation Recovery Tips

You have to prepare a few things to get you through the breast augmentation recovery, both for your good and for a smooth and comfortable recovery time. 

Be Sure to Have Trustworthy People around You

As with any other major surgery, you will experience fatigue, anxiety, dizziness, pain, soreness, nausea, and sleeping difficulties. Because of these symptoms, it will be harder for you to do simple things like work around the house, go out for groceries, or walk your pet. Ask a family member or a trusted friend to look out for you at least the first day after the surgery. If you can’t find someone available, you can always hire a nurse.

Make Your Room as Comfortable as Possible

After the breast augmentation surgery, your doctor will advise you to spend your recovery time in bed. This is essential for your healing process. When you arrive home, the last thing you will need is to stress about the little things. Prepare important items ahead of time, such as:

  • Pain medication;
  • Water and straws that make drinking easier;
  • Remote control;
  • Books;
  • Snacks;
  • Tissue paper ;
  • Your phone and phone charger;
  • Casual clothing if you feel like changing.

These little items will make your life so much easier and more stress-free.

Plan Your Meals Beforehand

It is essential to fill up your fridge, pantry, and freezer right before surgery. After major surgery, the last thing you need is to drive around to buy food or stand up in your chicken to cook. Buy some easy-to-cook meals that don’t require you to tire yourself with the cooking process. You can always cook your favorite meals and freeze them for later, order from food delivery services, and buy easy-prep meals. Try to stand as little as possible. 

Ask Someone to Care for Your Children

If you have children, especially toddlers, ask someone to watch them as you recover. It is essential to be as stress-free as possible through your recovery time. So ask your significant other, a family member, a trusted friend, or hire a nanny to look after your children. This also applies if you don’t have any children but take care of a pet.

Breast Augmentation Recovery Timeline: Week by Week

Breast Augmentation Recovery: The First 24 Hours

The first 24 hours can be the hardest as you go through this new experience. You will be kept under observation in the hospital until you are ready to be discharged. It is essential to have someone pick you up. If you feel anxious, you can have someone stay with you overnight, such as a family member or a friend. In addition, you will have to wear a supportive bra to assist with your recovery process.

Breast Augmentation Recovery: Weeks 1-2: Rest & Relaxation

The first two weeks are the most painful and uncomfortable ones. Any side effects are manageable with prescribed pain medication. As the pain slowly fades, you will finally be able to get back to your regular schedule and even back to work. There are still a few forbidden things even after two weeks, such as lifting heavy items or running.

If your job does not revolve around heavy and strenuous physical activities, you can return to work within a week with your doctor’s approval. Otherwise, if your job has you lifting or running, it is advised to sit at home for at least three weeks. But, again, staying away from the effort will ensure a healthy recovery. 

Breast Augmentation Recovery: Weeks 3-6: Return to Normal 

After three to six weeks of rest, the pain and discomfort levels will decrease drastically. You will be allowed to resume your regular schedule, but exercising your upper body is still to be avoided. Stress levels still have to be kept to a minimum. The remaining scars will gradually fade.

Speed Up Your Breast Augmentation Recovery

Ready to undergo your breast augmentation surgery? Come meet with us at Aesthetica Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center for a consultation first before moving forward with surgery! Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Chang will determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. If everything matches up, our team will help you navigate the entire process, from beginning to the end!

Invitation

Would you like to know if you are an ideal candidate for a Breast Augmentation? We invite you to simply come in for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Chang or one of the cosmetic laser and injection nurses to explore whether you would make a good candidate. To find out more whether Aesthetica can help you, contact us online or at 703-729-5553 to arrange an appointment. Dr. Phillip Chang is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Northern Virginia near Leesburg, Virginia and an expert in a wide variety of cosmetic treatments.

NOTE: We don’t take insurance or work with insurance companies. Patients pay for the surgery upfront and we provide them with a superbill, and other documents they may need to apply for reimbursement.

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