Breast augmentation is an extremely popular plastic surgery procedure that enhances the size and shape of the breasts. While it is a major decision to undergo any surgical procedure, breast augmentation has been shown to boost self-esteem and improve the confidence of many women. Understanding the surgical and aftercare process is key to ensuring optimal outcomes and maintaining your breast augmentation results. Read on to learn more about what to expect following breast augmentation for results you can enjoy for years to come.

The Healing Process: Immediate Post-Operative Care

The first few days and weeks following breast augmentation are essential, as they can set the tone for your entire recovery. Most people will require 1-2 weeks of recovery. As with any form of breast surgery, mild to moderate swelling and bruising are to be expected.  Cold compresses are recommended for the first few days to reduce swelling and discomfort. You will also be given a special support bra, which must be worn at all times for the first six weeks to support your new breast shape and reduce swelling. 

You will be given prescription medication to manage swelling and discomfort. Dr. Power will also schedule follow-up visits to ensure proper healing. It is vital that you attend these visits to ensure proper healing for beautiful results.

Protecting Your Investment: Maintaining Aesthetic Results

Many women wish to maintain their aesthetic results for as long as possible. To ensure your breast implants maintain their appearance, there are some long-term care practices you can take part in. 

Wearing supportive bras following your procedure is important to ensure proper support and healing, reduce complications, and improve overall results. Post-surgical bras, unlike other regular bras, are specifically designed to meet these needs. Dr. Power will tell you when you can return to wearing a normal, underwire bra.

Maintaining skin elasticity following breast augmentation can also help avoid issues such as sagging over time. Staying hydrated, protecting your skin from the sun, maintaining a stable weight, and eating a healthy, balanced diet can all contribute to healthy skin tone.  It’s important to understand that pregnancies – with or without breastfeeding – may affect the appearance of your breasts. Some women prefer to wait until post-pregnancies to undergo breast augmentation.  Others understand that changes may result and opt to proceed with breast augmentation beforehand, understanding that further surgery (e.g. breast lift, implant exchange) may be required after future pregnancies. 

Lastly, patients can reduce the risk of displacement and other breast implant problems by attending their post-operative follow-up appointments and following their doctor’s instructions regarding implant and scar massage.

Keeping an Eye on Implant Health

As with any surgical procedure, it is important to keep an eye on your breast health following breast augmentation. Monitor your treatment site for potential changes or complications such as unusual pain or discomfort, severe swelling, and firmness or tightness over the long-term, and more. If you experience any of these concerns, please get in touch with Dr. Power as soon as possible for further instructions and to schedule a follow up appointment.

The Role of Revision Surgery

Revision breast implant surgery may correct or improve the results of previous breast augmentation. It may involve replacing or removing breast implants or adjusting the surrounding tissues. Patients might seek revision surgery for several reasons, including implant size or type change, implant rupture or deflation, complications like capsular contracture or implant displacement, or other aesthetic concerns. If you are seeking implant revision, please contact our office today to discuss your options with Dr. Power.

Schedule a Consultation

Overall, staying informed and educated about breast augmentation and what to expect after surgery is key to maintaining beautiful results. If you are seeking more information about breast augmentation in Toronto, ON, please contact Power Plastic Surgery to schedule a consultation with Stephanie Power, MD

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