Breast augmentation before and after: what you need to know

When we look at photographs 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.

Evaluate the pros and cons before starting the operation

If you want to do the same thing, you need to decide why it's 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 phase

Let's talk about when to operate:

• 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-related changes, the breasts began to worsen;
• one mammary gland is much smaller than the other.

But here's why it's better to abandon the idea:

• it is impossible to intervene in case of breast cancer, fibrous cysts, overweight, diabetes;
• Drug allergies, as well as blood, heart and lung problems are also contraindications;
• the operating process will not be beneficial if the woman smokes;
• if after some time it is not possible to be observed by the surgeon, it is better not to start the operation;
• You also need to be prepared to change implants in the future.

What tests should you do before surgery?

As with any surgery, plastic surgery also requires passing certain tests.

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

• Blood test for platelets and clotting.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 negatively affect the fetus.
• Fluorography of the lungs and ECGto determine the condition of the heart.If the results are negative, surgery is prohibited.

What nuances should you know before surgery?

Before undergoing breast augmentation surgery, you must follow the following recommendations:

• If you are taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, you need to stop them.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 definitely consult both a mammologist and a surgeon.They will give individual recommendations, study the initial volume of the breast;
• both before and during recovery from breast augmentation, you need to saturate your body with water.This will help you tolerate the surgery better.

The importance of wearing a bra during the postoperative period

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation requires the use of special compression garments.And regardless of what size they ultimately turned out to be.

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

• the implants did not move and therefore the shape was maintained as expected by the doctor.To avoid getting an irregular shape, a regular bra is not acceptable after surgery;
• breast augmentation in the postoperative period was not fraught with sagging.In this case, the breast tissue will move somewhere in the nipple area.As a result, after the operation, the entire positive effect may disappear;
• the breasts did not spread in different directions.Implants can lead to a similar outcome;
• the body has become accustomed to the new weight.A significant enlargement of size 3 breasts, for example, after the first, can cause discomfort.A woman at first will simply feel uncomfortable carrying such an unusual burden with her.

The patient's condition immediately after surgery

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 it is allowed to use painkillers prescribed by the doctor.However, if you do not take them, the discomfort will still disappear, but gradually.

The skin may itch, burn and react to the slightest touch.You will definitely have difficulty raising your hands.General weakness and the possibility of an increase in temperature cannot be excluded.

During the initial recovery period after surgery, your breasts may feel tight and even larger than expected.The edema is to blame.However, it will disappear on its own within a month at most.

If the pain resulting from breast enlargement is particularly strong and prolonged, it is advisable to consult a doctor promptly.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 what is listed above, you can expect the following:

• The dressings can be removed during the first few days.Dressings are done on the third and seventh days after the procedure.It is necessary to carry them out during the subsequent recovery period as well, but the exact number depends on individual characteristics;
• sutures after breast augmentation are removed during this week.If the specialist used special tape or glue during the operation, it will not be necessary to remove them artificially.Such linking materials disappear on their own over time;
• In an ideal situation, you can shower within a day.However, it also happens that it will take a week to wait;
• There should be no pushing, twisting or pulling movements.Additionally, the patient is not allowed to lift objects.And not only heavy ones, but also light ones: in principle it is better to avoid arm lifting during this rehabilitation period after breast augmentation;
• Women also worry about nipple sensitivity being 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 most difficult, is over.But what will happen next?

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

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

The chest at this time can still be “decorated” with stitches.But there is no need to worry, as they dissolve.Over time, only a specialist will be able to see such a seam.

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

In the second week it is not possible to visit the solarium, the bathhouse or the sauna.However, it is quite possible that your doctor will advise you to abstain for a longer period.

Possible complications

Of course, you should hope for the best, but you also need to take into account the likelihood of complications.And these could be:

• allergic reaction, for example, to anesthesia;
• the accumulation of subcutaneous fluid is a hematoma, seroma.In any case, specialist intervention is necessary;
• the appearance of the sutures remains the same as at the beginning, they do not dissolve;
• moving the plant – no one is immune to it.And such movement can be directed in any direction, which will require additional surgical intervention.However, this complication is rare;
• loss of the system, its breakage.It will definitely need to be replaced.But the risk of such metamorphoses is also small: about 1% in the first 12 months after surgery, and about 4% thereafter;
• Infections: These can be expected in the first few months.The risk is also small: about 1%.The problem can be resolved with antibiotic therapy and removal of the source of the infection.A new system can be installed later, but not before six months.

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