Your Recovery Roadmap After Your Breast Augmentation
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Following your Breast Augmentation procedure, you can expect some initial recovery time and certain steps to promote healing and achieve optimal results, and here’s a breakdown of what comes after surgery and what you should do.
Immediately After your Breast Augmentation Surgery
After surgery, you’ll be monitored in recovery for a day to ensure everything’s A-OK, you can expect some swelling, bruising, and soreness.
Once you’re good to go (around 24 hours), your surgeon will give you incision care instructions and send you home, but you won’t be flying solo, so please arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for the first 48 hours.
After the breast augmentation surgery, your breasts may be bruised, swollen or tender. The bruising and swelling can take up to four weeks or more to resolve. Do not be unduly worried about this.
You may experience moderate pain and discomfort for the first 48 hours.
10 Days after your breast augmentation surgery
On the 10th day after your surgery, an appointment will be made for you at one of the Auralia Clinics, so the sutures can be removed by the Auralia surgeon or nurse.
Any questions regarding when you can resume physical exercise, housework etc. will be answered at this appointment.
Use Bio-Oil™ twice a day on the scar for six weeks.
The next appointment will be about 4 weeks from your surgery.
Your After Breast Augmentation surgery checklist
- Diet and nutrition
Maintaining a healthy diet is essential to support your body’s healing process. - Activity restrictions
Avoid intense activities such as cycling, jogging or strenuous exercise to give your incision site time to heal. - Take deep breaths every few hours
Take short 2-minute walks every hour for the first week after your surgery - Doctor’s advice
Always listen to your doctor’s instructions, they will tell you when it is safe to resume your usual physical activities. - Listen to your body
Even if some people feel well enough to return to work early, don’t insist. Rest is essential! - Sleep on your back or sides
Eat healthy, nutritious food and stay hydrated
Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds or fake tan. - Take deep breaths every few hours.
- Take short 2-minute walks every hour for the first week after your surgery.
- Very gently massage your breasts two weeks after your surgery.
- It is vital that you do NO heavy lifting for six weeks (anything over 5 kilograms).
- Do NOT wear a bra for the first 5 weeks unless instructed to do so by your Auralia surgeon.
After your Breast Augmentation surgery restrictions
- Fast food, unhealthy food and large portions of food
- Smoking for four weeks after surgery, and try to quit if possible
- Engage in any form of heavy exercise like running or heavy lifting
- Panic and search for solutions on Google or other search engines
Miss your appointments or ignore them - Attempt to massage your breasts for the first two weeks after surgery
- Engage in any sexual intercourse or arousing activities
- Expose your scars to the sunlight or try to tan for six months
- Sleep on your tummy for the first three weeks after surgery
- Take baths in the bathtub, jacuzzi or go swimming for 5 weeks
Recovery from your breast augmentation
The treated areas will begin to feel and look more normal as swelling subsides.
Most numbness and tingling will fade away.
Asymmetry and contour irregularities should be significantly reduced.
5 Top breast augmentation Recovery Tips
- Don’t Skip Your Meds! Take your medications exactly as your doctor prescribed to help your body heal smoothly.
- Wearing a comfy garment will support your body and minimise swelling as you recover.Wear it as recommended for optimal results.
- Maintain adequate fluid intake throughout the day (around 2 litres or more) to support healing, prevent dehydration, and assist with the removal of waste products from the body
Unveiling Your Sculpted Silhouette after your Breast Augmentation Surgery
The wait is nearly over! Between 1 and 3 months after your body sculpting procedure, you’ll start to see the amazing results take shape.
Healing Takes Time
Some slight swelling might linger for a bit longer, but it will continue to decrease.
While many feel ready by this point, some might need extra time for complete healing.
Your after Breast Augmentation Surgery consultations at Auralia
All patients receive three post-op consultations, but if you feel you require more support, we can facilitate you without any extra cost.
What if you feel something is wrong after your Breast Augmentation?
We will provide pre-op & post-op instructions with clinic & surgeon contact details, also you Call surgeon’s emergency mobile after hours, or you can or visit directly the clinic during business hours.
Will you need to pay for follow-up appointments after your Breast augmentation surgery
Absolutely not! You are entitled to as many appointments as you feel you need with your surgeon, following your Breast Augmentation Surgery.
Will follow-up appointments with Auralia still be free years later?
Absolutely! From the time you have your Breast Augmentation Surgery with your Auralia surgeon, you are entitled to see them for appointments for as long as necessary.
You should avoid eating or drinking anything for at least six hours before your surgery. This includes gum, mints, and water, as they can interfere with fasting requirements. It’s important to follow these instructions to reduce the risk of complications during anaesthesia.
Before your surgery, make sure your home is set up for a comfortable recovery. Create a space with easy access to essentials like water, snacks, medication, and your phone. It’s also a good idea to have extra pillows to help support your upper body and keep you comfortable during rest.
At Auralia Clinics, we offer a variety of breast implants, including silicone, saline, and polyurethane-coated implants. Each type has its own benefits, and during your consultation, your surgeon will help you choose the implant that best suits your body type and aesthetic goals.
Recovery from breast augmentation surgery involves some initial discomfort, swelling, and bruising. Most patients can return to light activities within a few days, but strenuous activities and exercise should be avoided for at least 4 to 6 weeks. Your surgeon will provide detailed aftercare instructions to promote healing and minimise the risk of complications.
The breast augmentation procedure typically takes between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the complexity of the surgery and the type of implants being used. This will be discussed during your consultation to ensure you have a clear understanding of the timeline.
Following your visit to Auralia, you will receive both pre- and post-operative instructions to guide you through preparation for your breast augmentation (sometimes referred to as a boob job or breast enlargement) and aftercare. These instructions will also include the clinic's contact details, ensuring you always know who to reach out to.
You will be given your Auralia surgeon’s emergency mobile number for after-hours calls. If you suspect something is wrong outside of business hours, you are welcome to contact your surgeon directly. During working hours, you can drop into the clinic or contact the hospital.
Absolutely! From the time you have your breast augmentation surgery at Auralia, you are entitled to free follow-up appointments for as long as necessary. Even if your original surgeon no longer works for Auralia, you can still see one of our surgeons free of charge.
Though breast augmentation is generally very safe, every surgery carries some risks. These risks can include infection, scarring, and bleeding. Choosing the right clinic and following all pre- and post-operative instructions significantly reduces the risk of complications.
At Auralia Clinics, your safety is our first priority. As a CHKS and ISO-approved hospital with over 23 years of expertise, our surgeons are well-prepared to manage any complications that may arise. If you’re concerned about potential risks, speak with your surgeon, who will provide a thorough explanation to help you make an informed decision.
Conclusion
With over 23 years of experience performing Breast Augmentation Surgery procedures, our surgeons offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise to provide the highest standards of safety and results. Trust your body to our experienced surgeons. Schedule a consultation today!
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