Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in Australia. Many women report increased levels of happiness and self-confidence after receiving breast enhancement treatment and are often extremely happy with the results of their enhancements.
But before undergoing breast augmentation, it’s important to know what to expect and how long it takes for a patient to recover from their treatment.
How long is the recovery period?
Every woman’s body is different, and so it’s important to note that there is no exact time of recovery. However, most surgeons agree that a full recovery typically takes around six weeks, and women often say they feel normal after a week of recovery. Your plastic surgeon will be able to assess your health and provide you with a more accurate idea of how long the recovery period will last.
After your operation
Post-operation
You are likely to feel a bit sore and out of it after awakening from your anesthesia. It may feel like you had a bit too much to drink the night before, but these effects should subside after a few hours.
However, it’s a good idea to have a friend or relative drive you home and stay with you overnight after such a procedure.
The first week
Generally, the first three to five days are the most uncomfortable post-breast enhancement. It is highly likely your doctor will prescribe pain medication, and your surgeon may recommend receiving a pain pump or pain injection to reduce discomfort within the first 72 hours.
After the first days post-surgery, most women can reduce discomfort or pain with pharmacy-purchased painkillers.
Furthermore, a majority of women can usually return to various kinds of work a week following the operation.
The coming weeks
After the first week, women are encouraged to slowly ease back into a normal daily routine and light exercise. The discomfort should be greatly reduced by this point, but doctors often advise women to refrain from a jarring or strenuous activity like rigorous workouts or running. Heavy lifting is also discouraged until the patient has fully recovered from the operation.
Patients with jobs that involve heavy lifting and other about-intensive work are encouraged to take at least three weeks off work.
Full recovery
During your follow-up appointment, your doctor will be able to evaluate how far along your healing has come.
Typically, after around two months, most women feel they are fine to return to all normal daily activities. It’s important to always follow your surgeon’s instructions regarding care so that your enhancement heals without any complications.
Ensuring a smooth recovery
There are a few tips you can follow in the days and weeks following your procedure. In the first few days, you should expect swelling and soreness. This is a typical part of the procedure, and it will reduce after some time has passed.
It is a good idea to invest in a couple of recovery bras to speed up the process and reduce the pain.
These recovery bras are specially designed to optimize post-procedural comfort, but they also increase circulation, mild compression to ensure lymph drainage and provide implant stability.
They come in a range of fabrics and styles, which means you can find one that is most suitable for your body.
You will have to wear a bra at all times after your surgery, so it’s important to think about features like seamless design, adjustable straps, and pressure-free fit. Some bra styles even have bands that help with post-procedural swelling support.
