Breast augmentation before and after: what you need to know

When we look at photos of famous ladies before and after breast augmentation, we definitely want to look like them.But if you are not going to limit yourself with envy, it is important to learn as much as possible about the procedure.For example, about preparation and recovery periods.

Weigh the pros and cons before the operation begins

If you want to undergo the same operation, you need to decide why it is necessary.Hear the surgeon's advice and opinion about breast augmentation before and after surgery.

It is an initial and important stage of preparation, weighing everything and its shortcomings

Let's talk about when the operation will take place:

• Before plastic surgery, the figure is relative and unattractive;
• Clothes do not fit well - there is too much 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 smaller than the other.

But it is better to leave this idea:

• It is impossible to intervene in cases of breast cancer, fibrous cysts, overweight, diabetes;
• Allergies to drugs, as well as blood, heart and lung problems are also contraindications;
• If the woman smokes, the operation will not be useful;
• If it is not possible to be observed by a surgeon after a while, it is better to start an operation;
• You should also be prepared to replace the implants in the future.

What tests should you get before surgery?

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

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

• Blood test for platelets and coagulation.Unsatisfactory results indicate the risk of hematoma formation.
• Pregnancy test.Even one week of pregnancy is a reason to refuse surgery.The fact is that anesthesia will have a negative effect on the fetus.
• Phalatography of the lungs 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 follow the following recommendations:

• If you are taking aspirin or other anti-inflammatory medication, you should stop taking it.Significantly reduces blood clotting;
• It should not be consumed at least three to four days before the unusual procedure.Better - in seven days;
• You should definitely consult both a veterinarian and a surgeon.They will give individual recommendations, study the initial breast volume;
• Also, it is necessary to saturate the body with water before breast augmentation and during recovery.This will help you tolerate the operation better.

The importance of wearing a bra in the postoperative period

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation requires wearing special compression garments.And no matter what measure you pass in the end.

This type of underwear usually stays in place for three to four weeks:

• The implants did not move and therefore the shape was maintained as prescribed by the doctor.In order not to get an irregular shape, an ordinary bra is not accepted after the operation;
• In the postoperative period, breast augmentation was not full of sagging.In this case, the breast tissue will move somewhere in the breast area.As a result, after the operation, all positive effects may disappear;
• Breasts did not spread in different directions.Implants can cause a similar result;
• The body is used to the new weight.A significant breast augmentation of size 3, for example, may feel uncomfortable after the first one.A woman, at first, carrying such an unusual weight with her will simply feel uncomfortable.

The patient's condition immediately after the operation

Rehabilitation after breast augmentation 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 pain relievers prescribed by your doctor.But if you don't take them, the anxiety will still go away, but gradually.

The skin may itch, burn and react to the slightest touch.Difficulty raising your hands is guaranteed.The possibility of general weakness and an increase in temperature cannot be excluded.

During the initial recovery period after surgery, your breasts may feel larger and even larger than planned.Edema is to blame.But it will disappear by itself in a maximum of a month.

If the pain after breast enlargement is particularly strong and for a long time, you should immediately consult a doctor.Although swelling and redness are normal, they should also be seen by a specialist.

What to expect in the first week after the procedure

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

• The splints can be removed during the first few days.Dressings are done on the third and seventh days after the procedure.They also need to be done during the next recovery period, but the exact number depends on individual characteristics;
• During this week, the sutures are removed after breast augmentation.If the specialist uses a special tape or glue during the operation, they will not need to be artificially removed.Such bonding materials themselves disappear over time;
• Ideally, you can shower within a day.But that too will take a week, a week to wait;
• There should be no pushing, twisting or pulling motions.Also, the patient is not allowed to lift things.And not only the heavy ones, but also the light ones - Lifting the arms, in principle, is better to avoid during the rehabilitation period after breast augmentation;
• Women are also concerned about breast sensitivity being as low as possible.This phenomenon is natural and will disappear with time.

What to expect from weeks two to six

The first week - the most difficult - is over.So what's next?

Some patients are allowed to return to work during this time.But here everything is individual, depending on the nature of the work.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.

At this time, the chest can still be "decorated" with stitches.But you don't need to worry about them.In time, only a specialist will be able to see such a seam.

After the second week, you can start sleeping on your side.But carefully.If discomfort is felt, it is better to return to the supine position.

In the second week, you can not visit the solarium, bath or sauna.However, it is quite possible that the doctor will advise you to give them up for a longer period.

Possible complications

Of course, you should hope for the best, but you should also consider the possibility of complications.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 at the beginning, they do not dissolve;
• Implant displacement - no one is immune from it.And such action can be directed in any direction that requires further action.However, this complication is not uncommon;
• leakage, rupture of the implant.Definitely need a replacement.But the risk of such metamorphoses is also small: about 1% and about 4% in the first 12 months after surgery;
• Infections - These can be expected in the early months.The risk is also small - about 1%.The problem can be solved by antibiotic therapy and removal of the source of infection.A new implant can then be placed, but no sooner than six months later.

It should be noted that after plastic surgery, the breasts look perfect for a long time.Of course, if all the recommendations regarding the preparation and the subsequent period are followed correctly.