How Long is Recovery from Breast Augmentation?

What is Recovery Like?

Risks and discomfort during recovery can be significantly minimized by closely following all pre- and post-operative care instructions. Your procedure will be performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia at an accredited surgery center, and you’ll awaken with a surgical support bra. You’ll need a loved one to drive you home and assist you for the first 24-48 hours.

Days 1-5 are typically where patients are their most uncomfortable. Pain medication will help with this, but your chest will feel heavy due to additional weight you’re not yet accustomed to. Sleeping with your head and shoulders elevated keeps blood circulating properly. Listen to your body. As you feel up to getting up and moving around, you should do so, but don’t overdo it. Your body needs all its energy to heal, so exerting yourself too much will slow that process.

Day 7 is generally when patients notice a marked improvement. Range of motion is improved and your energy levels are increased. At this point, many women can manage the pain with over-the-counter medication. If your job is more sedentary, it’s possible you’ll be able to return to work.

Weeks 2-3 are when a slow progression of resuming activities begins. Light exercise is possible, but more vigorous activities, such as lifting weight over 20 pounds, jogging, or other jarring movements should still be avoided. Patients with more strenuous jobs may return to work in this time frame.

Your breasts will take a few more weeks for the implants to fully integrate and settle into their ideal position. Be sure to wear the surgical support garments as long as recommended for implant stability. Before you know it, your new figure emerges and you can begin enjoying the results of increased confidence, pleasing proportions, and satisfaction in your appearance. At Pure Plastic Surgery, nothing short of your complete happiness will do.