Breast augmentation before and after: what you need to know

When we look at photos of famous women before and after breast augmentation, we definitely want to look like them.But if you don't want to limit yourself to sighs of envy, it's important to learn as much as you can about the procedure.For example, about preparation and recovery periods.

Weighing the pros and cons before starting the operation

If you want to go through the same operation, you have to decide why it is necessary.Listen to the surgeon's advice and opinion on breast augmentation before and after surgery.

Weighing all the pros and cons is the initial and important preparatory stage

Let's talk about when to have surgery:

• before plastic surgery, the figure is disproportionate and unattractive;
• clothes do not fit well - there is too much free space in the chest area;
• due to childbirth, sudden weight loss or normal age changes, the bust began to look worse;
• one mammary gland is much smaller than the other.

But here's why it's better to give up on the idea:

• it is impossible to intervene in cases of breast cancer, fibrotic cysts, excess weight, diabetes;
• drug allergies, as well as blood, heart and lung problems are also contraindications;
• the operative process will not be beneficial if the woman smokes;
• if after some time it is not possible to be under the supervision of a surgeon, it is better not to start the operation;
• You must also be prepared to change implants in the future.

What tests should be done before surgery?

As in any surgery, plastic surgery also has conditions for passing certain tests.

• General and biochemical blood test.The deadline for completing these tests is two weeks before the operation.If inflammation or anemia is diagnosed, treatment will be required.
• Mammography.This is a mandatory part of the review, which allows you to identify existing problems.The slightest changes in the normal state of the mammary glands are the reason for rejecting the augmentation procedure.

• Blood test for platelets and coagulation.Unsatisfactory results indicate a risk of hematoma formation.
• Pregnancy test.Even a week of pregnancy is a reason to refuse surgery.The fact is that anesthesia will have a negative effect on the fetus.
• Lung fluorography and ECGto determine the condition of the heart.If the results are negative, the operation is prohibited.

What nuances should you know before surgery?

Before breast augmentation surgery, the following recommendations should be followed:

• If you are taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, you must stop it.They significantly reduce blood clotting;
• Alcohol should not be consumed at least three to four days before the procedure.Even better - in seven days;
• You should certainly consult with both a mammologist and a surgeon.They will give individual recommendations, study the initial breast volume;
• both before and during recovery from breast augmentation, it is necessary to saturate the body with water.This will help you tolerate the operation better.

The importance of wearing a bra in the postoperative period

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation requires wearing a special compression garment.And regardless of what size it ended up being.

Such underwear is usually left in place for about three to four weeks in order to:

• the implants did not move and therefore kept their shape as the doctor predicted.To avoid an irregular shape, a regular bra is not acceptable after surgery;
• breast augmentation in the postoperative period was not met with relaxation.In this case, the breast tissue will move somewhere in the area of the nipples.As a result, after surgery, the entire positive effect may disappear;
• the chest did not expand in different directions.Implants can lead to a similar result;
• the body got used to the new weight.A significant increase in breast size 3, for example, after the first, can be felt with discomfort.At first, a woman will simply feel uncomfortable carrying such an unusual weight with her.

The condition of the patient immediately after the operation

After breast augmentation, rehabilitation may begin with pain - heaviness, swelling.They last about a week.Especially if the implants are located under the pectoral muscle.

The first two days of this week will be particularly painful.During this rehabilitation period, you are allowed to use painkillers prescribed by your doctor.However, if you do not take them, the discomfort will still disappear, but gradually.

The skin can itch, burn and react to the slightest touch.You are guaranteed to have difficulty raising your arms.General weakness and the possibility of a temperature rise cannot be ruled out.

During the initial recovery period after surgery, your breasts may be tighter and even larger than intended.Edema is to blame.However, it will disappear by itself in a month at most.

If the pain after breast augmentation is particularly severe and long-lasting, consult a doctor immediately.Swelling and redness, although normal, should also be shown to a specialist.

What to expect in the first week after the procedure

In the first week, in addition to the above, you can expect the following:

• Bandages can be removed during the first few days.Dressing is done on the third and seventh day after the procedure.During the subsequent recovery period, they also need to be done, but the exact number depends on individual characteristics;
• stitches after breast augmentation are removed during this week.If the specialist used a special tape or glue during the operation, they will not need to be artificially removed.Such bonding materials disappear on their own over time;
• Ideally, you can shower within a day.However, it also happens that it will take a week to wait;
• There must be no pushing, twisting or pulling movements.Also, the patient is not allowed to lift things.And not only heavy, but also light - lifting hands, in principle, it is better to avoid during this period of rehabilitation after breast augmentation;
• Women are also concerned that nipple sensitivity should be as low as possible.This phenomenon is natural and will disappear over time.

What to expect from weeks two to six

The first week - the hardest - is over.But what next?

Some patients are allowed to return to work during this time.However, here everything is individual, depending on the nature of the work itself.The same applies to intimate life - everything depends on the characteristics of the patient's body.

Excessive physical activity should still be avoided.It is better to replace sports with frequent walks in the fresh air and a balanced diet.

The chest can still be "decorated" with stitches at this point.But there is no need to worry, because they dissolve.Over time, only an expert will be able to see such a seam.

From the second week you can start trying to sleep on your side.But carefully.If discomfort is felt, it is better to return to the lying position.

In the second week, you cannot visit the solarium, bath or sauna.However, it is quite possible that your doctor will advise you to refrain from them for a long period.

Possible complications

Of course, you should hope for the best, but you also have to consider the likelihood of complications.And these can be:

• allergic reaction, for example, to anesthesia;
• accumulation of subcutaneous fluid is hematoma, seroma.In any case, specialist intervention is required;
• the appearance of the seams remains the same as at the beginning, they do not dissolve;
• implant movement – no one is immune from it.And such movement can be directed in any direction, which will require an additional operation.However, this complication is uncommon;
• leakage of the implant, its rupture.It will definitely need a replacement.But the risk of such metamorphoses is also small: about 1% in the first 12 months after the operation, and about 4% after that;
• infections - can be expected in the first months.The risk is also small - about 1%.The problem can be solved with antibiotic therapy and removal of the source of infection.A new implant can be inserted later, but not earlier than six months.

It is worth noting that the breasts after plastic surgery look perfect for a long time.Of course, if all the recommendations related to the preparatory and postoperative period are properly followed.