Breast Lift: Aftercare Tips

Last updated 9 months ago

When you choose to restore your youthful figure with the help a cosmetic surgery procedure like a breast lift, you will need to take about one week off of work so that you can ensure a successful recovery process. During this time, it is important to follow your surgeon’s instructions to care for your post-surgical body to reduce the chances of potential complications. Here are some helpful tips to get you through this period with minimal difficulty:

Get Plenty of Rest

You will not want to overexert yourself after surgery, as this could cause the healing process to take longer. Be sure that you get enough sleep every night and position yourself so that your upper body is slightly elevated with a pillow or rolled blankets. This position will help to reduce inflammation by facilitating proper drainage in the wounds.

Stay Hydrated

Drinking enough water after a breast lift procedure is essential, because proper hydration will promote good circulation. When the blood is moving, nutrients can be brought to the surgical site for a fast recovery using the body’s immune response.

Do Not Remove Post-Surgical Dressings

Shortly after your breast lift surgery, you will have a follow-up visit with your doctor at which the surgical dressings and sutures will be removed. You should keep dressings in place unless instructed to do otherwise. A compression bra will be given to you to wear after surgery, and this might be worn for a few weeks until your body fully heals from the procedure.

Notify Your Doctor If You Are in Pain

There may be some minor pain, swelling, and discomfort after your breast lift. However, if you are experiencing severe or intolerable pain, it should be immediately brought to your surgeon’s attention so that adjustments can be made to improve your comfort.

If you opt for surgery at the Chicago practice of Dr. Michael A. Horn, you can get the proper attention you need throughout your recovery to give you the results you desire from surgery. Learn more about the specific procedures we offer, including breast lift and augmentation, by calling (312) 202-9000 or visiting our website.