Breast augmentation before and after: what you need to know

When we look at pictures of famous ladies before and after breast augmentation, of course we want to look like them.But if you're not going to limit yourself to sighs of envy, it's important to learn as much as you can about the procedure.For example, for preparation and recovery periods.

Weigh the pros and cons before starting the operation

If you want to go through the same operation, you need to decide why it is necessary.Hear 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 we should do an operation:

• 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 bust began to look worse;
• 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 cases of breast cancer, fibrous cysts, excess weight, diabetes;
• Allergies to medicines, as well as blood, heart and lung problems are also contraindications;
• the operation process will not be useful if the woman smokes;
• if after some time it is not possible to be observed by a surgeon, it is better not to start the operation;
• You should also be prepared to change implants in the future.

What tests should you do before the operation?

As in any surgery, plastic surgery also has requirements to pass certain tests.

• General and biochemical blood test.The deadline for performing 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 examination, which allows you to identify existing problems.The smallest changes in the normal state of the mammary glands are a reason to refuse the augmentation procedure.

• Blood test for platelets and coagulation.Unsatisfactory results indicate a risk of hematoma formation.
• Pregnancy test.Even one week of pregnancy is a reason to refuse surgery.The fact is that anesthesia will negatively affect 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 the operation?

Before undergoing breast augmentation surgery, you should adhere to the following recommendations:

• If you are taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, you should stop it.They significantly reduce blood coagulation;
• Alcohol should not be consumed at least three to four days before the procedure.Even better - in seven days;
• You should definitely consult both the mammologist and the surgeon.They will give individual recommendations, study the initial volume of the breast;
• 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 during the postoperative period

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation requires wearing special compression garments.And regardless of the size that came out in the end.

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

• the implants did not move and, therefore, the shape was preserved as intended by the doctor.To avoid getting an irregular shape, a regular bra after surgery is not acceptable;
• breast augmentation in the postoperative period was not filled with hanging.In this case, the breast tissue will move somewhere in the nipple area.As a result, after the operation, all the positive effect may disappear;
• the breasts did not spread in different directions.Implants can lead to a similar result;
• the body is used to the new weight.A significant breast enlargement of size 3, for example, after the first one, may feel uncomfortable.A woman will simply feel uncomfortable at first carrying around such an unusual weight.

The patient's condition 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 go away, but gradually.

The skin may itch, burn and react to the slightest touch.You will probably 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 planned.Edema is to blame.However, it will disappear on its own in a maximum of one month.

If the pain after breast augmentation is particularly strong and prolonged, you should immediately consult a doctor.Swelling and redness, although normal, should also be reported 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:

• Dressings can be removed during the first few days.Dressings are performed on the third and seventh day after the procedure.During the subsequent recovery period, they should also be done, 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, they will not need to be artificially removed.Such binding materials disappear on their own over time;
• In an ideal situation, you can shower in one day.However, it also happens that it takes a week to wait;
• There should be no pushing, twisting or pulling movements.Also, the patient is not allowed to lift objects.And not only the heavy ones, but also the light ones - raising the arms, in principle, is better to avoid during this period of rehabilitation after breast augmentation;
• Women are also concerned that nipple sensitivity is 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, everything here 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 still 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 are distributed.Over time, only a specialist will be able to see such a layer.

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 can not visit the solarium, bath or sauna.However, it is very possible that the doctor will advise you to refrain from them for a longer period.

Possible complications

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

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

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