If you want to know more about breast augmentation in California, then this article is for you!

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), it was the second most popular procedure in 2016, accounting for 325,821 procedures that year. In fact, it’s even more popular than nose jobs and liposuction combined! In this guide, we review the aspects of $3000 breast augmentation in california, breast augmentation vs implants, breast augmentation risks, and breast augmentation recovery.

Breast augmentation can help you achieve a more balanced look by providing symmetry between your breasts and torso. It can also improve your self-esteem by helping you feel more confident about how you look—and that’s always worth something!

There are many different types of breast implants available today: saline vs. silicone; smooth vs. textured; round vs. teardrop shaped… The options are endless! And while saline implants may be cheaper than silicone ones, they tend not last as long because they’re less durable and prone to ruptures or leaks over time (source).

One thing’s for sure: if you’re considering getting breast implants, then it’s important that you choose a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience with all types of breast enhancement surgeries including

$3000 breast augmentation in california

Are you unhappy with your breast size or shape? At Sadrian Plastic Surgery, our breast augmentation is performed with the highest level of professional skill by Dr. Sadrian, our Double Board-Certified plastic surgeon. Imagine the increased confidence you will have with breasts that are perfectly balanced with your figure: Plump, round and youthful.

*Breast augmentation is not covered by insurance.

Why Choose Dr. Sadrianfor a Breast Augmentation?

• Double Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Johns Hopkins and Baylor Trained
• 16 years of Post Graduate Education and Training
• 18 Years of Experience
• Over 15,000 Successful Procedures
• Named a 2020 “Top Doctor” by San Diego Magazine

Discover a double board-certified plastic surgeon with extraordinary credentials. Dr. Sadrian is one of the most dedicated professionals in the art of plastic surgery, performing some of the best results in plastic surgery San Diego has to offer. He stays ahead of the curve in the most recent developments in aesthetics, combining his natural artistic eye with advanced technical skills to achieve results that are simply beautiful.Schedule a Free Consultation

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Considering a Breast Augmentation?

Many women have lived their lives unhappy with breast size, eventually taking the step to create the figure they want – a very personal and important decision. Our patients come to Dr. Sadrian to:

• Increase breast size
• Restore volume to breasts that look deflated due to pregnancy or weight loss
• Create a more attractive shape and projection
• Raise and restore sagging breasts with a combination of breast augmentation and breast lift.

What Type of Breast Implant Would Be Best For Me?

• Saline Implants: Saline implants have the advantage of being filled after placement. They are filled with sterile salt water and in the rare case that an implant ruptures, this saline solution is easily and safely absorbed by the body. These implants require a smaller incision, often in the armpit where it will be completely invisible. They are also lighter, and typically cost less.
• Silicone Implants: These implants have a very natural feel and weight, with the nice bounce of natural breast tissue. They are available in a wide range of sizes and shapes, including modern “teardrop” shaped implants, developed to mimic natural breast tissue shape.
• Fat Transfer: Natural fat transfer cannot achieve as much increase in volume as is possible with implants, but typically can improve breast size by up to one cup size. If you want to add more volume, once the initial procedure is completed, we can schedule a subsequent fat transfer treatment.

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“Dr. Sadrian is amazing. He did my breast augmentation. I am 4 weeks post op. I was up and walking around the next day. My breasts look fantastic. He listened to what I wanted and delivered excellent results. He is an amazing surgeon and very down-to-earth when you meet with him. His staff is very professional. I would choose him again if I ever need surgery. “

“Dr. Sadrian and his whole staff are absolutely amazing. They really listen to your thoughts and concerns. Dr. Sadrian takes the time to understand what it is you want, very thoroughly answer any and all questions. I had my breast augmentation a year ago and am very pleased with the entire process.”

BREAST AUGMENTATION & BREAST IMPLANTS – LOS ANGELES, ORANGE COUNTY

Breast Augmentation / Breast Implants

Breast augmentation utilizes FDA approved silicone or saline breast implants to enhance the shape and size of the breasts. Breast Augmentation is performed by placing breast implants under the muscle through a small incision made through the areola, through the armpit, under the fold of the breast or through the belly button. Utilizing the most advanced techniques, our breast augmentation surgeons are experts in the field, creating natural looking and feeling breasts. Breast augmentation (also known popularly as a “boob job”) is sometimes performed alongside a breast lift to achieve the best results.BREAST AUGMENTATION & BREAST IMPLANTS
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ABOUT BREAST AUGMENTATION

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure performed to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breasts for a more aesthetically pleasing contour. Some of the most popular requests for breast augmentation include: increasing breast size for better proportion, correcting breast assymetries and restoring volume and fullness to the breasts after weight loss, pregnancy or aging. Breast augmentation is also commonly known as a breast enhancement, breast enlargement, boob job or breast job.

Our surgeons perform hundreds of breast augmentations each year at our state-of-the-art fully accredited surgery centers. With locations in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Bernardino County and the Inland Empire, we are able to bring the best of Beverly Hills to all of our Southern California patients.

Our breast specialists are experts in their field, having undergone extensive post-graduate and fellowship training, and are personally hand selected by Medical Director, Dr. Tarick Smaili. Along with the top breast augmentation doctors in Southern California, our surgery centers also offer knowledgable staff, specialty trained nurses & technicians and board certified anesthesiologists to ensure the best possible results in a safe and comfortable environment.

PLANNING & PREPARING FOR BREAST AUGMENTATION

What Takes Place During My Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Breast augmentation is performed by making a small incision in one of four locations: around the areola, under the fold of the breast, inside the armpit or inside the belly button. The most common incision site is around the areola because it provides direct access to the breast, provides a natural border to disguise scars and can be reused for any future breast surgeries (i.e. future breast augmentations or breast lifts).

A pocket is then made under the muscle and a sizer is used to ensure that the implant size selected is to the satifaction of the surgeon based upon the desires of the patient. Either a saline or silicone implant is carefully set into place and the layers of the breast tissue are closed. Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water while in the breast, while silicone implants come pre-filled.

In rare instances, breast implants are placed above the muscle; however breast augmentation under the muscle provides a more natural look and feel, a decreased risk of infection and a decreased risk of capsular contracture.

Breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia and generally takes about 1-2 hours in the operating room.

Breast Implant Options: Silicone Vs. Saline Implants

Both implants consist of a solid silicone shell. Saline implants are filled sterile salt water intraoperatively, while silicone implants come pre-filled with a cohesive silicone gel. Both silicone and saline breast implants are FDA approved and safe for use for both cosmetic and reconstructive purposes. They both have the same rupture rate and neither have been linked to any form of cancer or autoimmune disease. Although you will achieve a natural looking result from either implant, silicone implants more closely mimick natural breast tissue and therefore tend to feel more natural.

Preparing for Breast Augmentation

Education is an important part of the surgical process. Before breast augmentation, it is important to discuss all of your questions with your surgeon or physician consultation including: your goals, realistic expectations, downtime and recovery tips. You will be required to complete a pre-op appointment prior to surgery. At this appointment you will discuss any additional questions, go over paperwork and complete your lab work. You will receive specific pre- and post-op instructions for your breast augmentation. Be sure to follow these instructions carefully to ensure optimal results. It is also important to avoid any type of blood thinners for a minimum of 2 weeks before surgery (i.e. aspirin, vitamin E, ginko biloba, fish oils, etc) and avoid smoking for a minimum of 1 month before surgery.

BREAST AUGMENTATION RECOVERY

Immediate recovery from breast augmentation requires only a few days of downtime. You will need a responsible adult to pick you up from surgery and care for you for the first 24 hours. You will experience soreness, but this can be relieved with precribed medication. Be sure to take it easy – no heavy lifting, cleaning, exercising, driving or lifting your hands over your head. Most patients are able to return to work within a week, although it is important to avoid strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks.
It is important that you return for all of your post-op appointments and communicate with your surgeon with any questions or concerns.

Initially breast implants are high on the chest wall immediately following breast augmentation, but drop into place after the first month or two.You will be required to wear a sports bra that zips in the front for a minumum of 4 weeks after surgery. After a week, you surgeon will demonstrate how to perform breast augmentation massage to break up fibrous tissue to prevent capsular contracture and to help drop the implants into place. Although breast augmentation scars are generally discrete, we recommend the use of scar cream beginning 2 weeks after surgery. This can be purchased at any of our locations.

BREAST AUGMENTATION RISKS

General Risks Associated with Breast Augmentation

As with any type of surgery, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with breast augmentation. Swelling, bruising, light bleeding and changes in sensation are all normal parts of the healing process. In rare cases, excessive bleeding or fluid collection may occur and additional surgery may be required.

All precautions are taken to avoid infection including: upholding the highest standards for sterilization and providing antibiotics during and after the procedure; however, if infection occurs, patient may be placed on stronger antibiotics or may require removal of the implant(s) for a period of a few months. This is extremely rare.
In order to prevent breast augmentation complications it is important to follow your surgeon’s instructions. Do not “over do it” after surgery. No cleaning, exercise, dancing, etc. Do not take blood thinners, drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes. Smoking greatly impairs your ability to heal and can lead to more serious complicatis including poor wound healing, bleeding, infection and skin necrosis.

Capsular Contracture – Hardening of Breasts(s)

After breast augmentation, your body will form a fibrous tissue around the implant called a capsule. This is the body’s natural response to a foregin object placed in the body. In some cases, excess tissue can form and tighten around the implant. This is a condition known as capsular contracture. There are different levels of capsular contracture and are rated on a scale from 1-4. Mild cases of capsular contracture after breast augmentation do not require any correction, while severe cases can cause discomfort and distortion of the implant. In this case additional surgery may be necessary to correct the condition. The risk of capsular contracture is decreased by placing the implant under the muscle and performing breast augmentation massage beginning one week after surgery.

Breast Implant Rupture – Leaking Implants

Both saline and silicone implants are FDA approved and proven safe and effective for breast augmentation. Although breast implants are very durable, they are medical devices and can rupture. Studies have shown that no implant is more likely to rupture than the other. In the event of a rupture, saline implants will deflate and the sterile salt water will be safely absorbed by the body. This can happen over the course of a few days or a few months depending on the nature of the rupture. Silicone implants are more difficult to detect because they are made of a cohesive conform gel. In the event of a rupture the silicone will stay in place and may require an ultrasound to detect. Signs of a rupture include breast discomfort or distortion. Either way the implant, or shell of the implant, will need to be removed.

THE NEXT STEP…

If you are considering breast augmentation, we welcome you to schedule a consultation by either calling our toll free number 866-372-3288 or filling out our online request form. We will match you with a breast augmentation specialist at a office nearest you. We offer locations in Los Angeles (Beverly Hills), Orange County (Brea) and the San Bernardino/ Inland Empire area (Upland & Riverside.
We believe in helping all patients achieve their goals and offer easy financing for patients of nearly any financial situation. Fill out our FINANCING APPLICATION to apply online today. A dedicated consultation will help you find the best plan for you and your breast augmentation.

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CHOOSING A PLASTIC SURGEON FOR BREAST AUGMENTATION PROCEDURE

Contrary to popular belief, the goal of breast augmentation procedure is not just about creating a bigger cup size, but more importantly, to deliver results that look and feel natural.

Good results from the procedure is only possible in the hands of a qualified plastic surgeon, or to be more specific, a board-certified doctor who regularly performs the surgery and has impressive breast augmentation pictures

(Note: The general rule of thumb is to choose a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, which is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Meanwhile, there is no recognized certifying board with “cosmetic” or “aesthetic” surgery in its name.

You can visit ABPS website or its online database to check if a surgeon is a member of this reputable certifying board.)

All plastic surgeons have before-and-after photos to showcase their artistic skills and also help their future patients make an informed decision, as suggested by Beverly Hills plastic surgery Dr. Tarick Smaili.

Take a look at the breast contour of the “after” photos. They should appear like a teardrop, with most of the volume in the lower poles while the upper cleavage must look concave rather than globular—unless there is a specific instruction from the patient who wants exaggerated fullness in the area.

A slight lateral bulge is also deemed attractive as it contributes to the hourglass figure, although remember that one’s underlying anatomies also affect the final appearance, says Dr. Smaili.

You should also look at the distance between the lower edge of the areola and the inframammary fold, which primarily depends on the breast size although for the “average” women it is normally 5-6 cm. But in general, the bigger the cup, the greater the gap tends to be.

Once you are confident with a doctor’s qualifications, you may schedule a consultation with him. This will allow you to assess his “principles” and surgical approach that will help you achieve your desired results from breast augmentation procedure; it is equally important that you are comfortable with that provider.

During consultation, ask for the chance to talk to some of your surgeon’s patients who have undergone the procedure. This is also an opportunity to prepare yourself emotionally and psychologically during the initial healing stage when pain, lethargy, bruising, and swelling will contribute to your “postop blues.”TOTAL BREAST AUGMENTATION COST AND PAYMENT PLANS

Due to the high demand for breast augmentation Los Angeles, its cost is also higher compared to other smaller, less populated cities. Nevertheless, the price should not be your primary concern, but rather your plastic surgeon’s qualifications, training, experience, and other factors that can help him deliver impressive results.

While it may be tempting to choose your surgeon based on someone who gives amazing discount, the caveat is that it may prevent you from hiring a reputable doctor. Also, prices that are too low relative to the average cost generally have some compromises in the quality of implants, facilities, and surgeon’s talents.

According to a recent survey, breast augmentation Los Angeles prices are typically between $4,000 and $7,000. The considerable variation in costs is due to the type of implants, miscellaneous expenses (operating room cleaning fee, surgical equipment, pain medication, postop garments, etc.), and doctor’s fee.

In general, breast augmentation procedure via silicone implants is around $1,000 more expensive than a surgery with the use of saline implants.

Despite the pricey silicone implants, Los Angeles plastic surgeons say that 70-90 percent of their patients choose them over saline implants because of their more natural feel and (Photo credit: Freedigitalphotos)   look.

Although it makes sense to be price-conscious, you should not compromise your safety, comfort, or cosmetic results just for the sake of lowering the surgery’s cost by a couple of hundreds. For instance, a pain pump, which delivers numbing medication directly to the breasts, entails an additional fee of $250.

Pain pumps are highly recommended because they promote a more straightforward and more comfortable recovery. Using them could also lower the incidence of nausea and other untoward side effects of oral painkillers.

Using Keller Funnel, which allows no-touch implantation during surgery, could also entail that you pay $100 extra for it. This disposable device that closely resembles a baker’s piping bag has been known to reduce the incidence of implant contamination, infection, capsular contracture, and reoperation.

To avoid financial surprises, ask your surgeon for a quote (ideally on the invoice sheet) that includes even the most trivial things that might be easy to miss such as your postop bra, painkillers, follow-up visit, etc.

Meanwhile, you may tap into different breast augmentation Los Angeles payment plans, which a growing number of surgeons are offering to their qualified patients.

Other financing options you might consider include regular or health care credit cards, home equity loan, unsecured medical loans, bank loans, loans from families and friends, and 401(k)loans .BREAST IMP

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Your Recovery

In breast enlargement surgery, the doctor makes the breasts larger by putting an implant under the breast tissue or under the chest muscle. An implant is a soft silicone shell filled with a saltwater solution or a gel. After the surgery you will probably feel weak. You may feel sore for 2 to 3 weeks, and you’ll likely have a lot of swelling. You may have a pulling or stretching feeling in your breast area. You can expect to feel better and stronger each day, although you may need pain medicine for a week or two. You may get tired easily or have less energy than usual. This may last for several weeks after surgery.

Most stitches are removed in 5 to 10 days.

Your new breasts may feel firmer and look rounder. The skin on your breasts may be numb. It should get better with time. You may have some permanent loss of feeling in the nipple area.

This care sheet gives you a general idea about how long it will take for you to recover. But each person recovers at a different pace. Follow the steps below to get better as quickly as possible.

How can you care for yourself at home?

Activity

• Rest when you feel tired. Getting enough sleep will help you recover.
• For about 2 to 3 weeks, avoid lifting anything that would make you strain. This may include heavy grocery bags and milk containers, a heavy briefcase or backpack, cat litter or dog food bags, a vacuum cleaner, or a child. Do not lift anything over your head for 2 to 3 weeks.
• Ask your doctor when you can drive again.
• Ask your doctor when it is okay for you to have sex.
• You can take your first shower the day after surgery if you do not have a drain near your incision. If you have a drain, you can shower the day after it is removed. This is usually in a few days. Do not take a bath or soak in a hot tub for about 4 weeks.
• You will probably be able to go back to work or your normal routine in 1 to 2 weeks. This depends on the type of work you do and any further treatment.

Diet

• You can eat your normal diet. If your stomach is upset, try bland, low-fat foods like plain rice, broiled chicken, toast, and yogurt.
• Drink plenty of fluids (unless your doctor tells you not to).
• You may notice that your bowel movements are not regular right after your surgery. This is common. Try to avoid constipation and straining with bowel movements. Take a fibre supplement. If you have not had a bowel movement after a couple of days, take a mild laxative.

Medicines

• Your doctor will tell you if and when you can restart your medicines. He or she will also give you instructions about taking any new medicines.
• If you take aspirin or some other blood thinner, ask your doctor if and when to start taking it again. Make sure that you understand exactly what your doctor wants you to do.
• Take pain medicines exactly as directed.
  • If the doctor gave you a prescription medicine for pain, take it as prescribed.
  • If you are not taking a prescription pain medicine, ask your doctor if you can take an over-the-counter medicine.
• If you think your pain medicine is making you sick to your stomach:
  • Take your medicine after meals (unless your doctor has told you not to).
  • Ask your doctor for a different pain medicine.
• If you were given medicine for nausea, take it as directed.
• If your doctor prescribed antibiotics, take them as directed. Do not stop taking them just because you feel better. You need to take the full course of antibiotics.

Incision care

• If your doctor gave you specific instructions on how to care for your incision, follow those instructions.
• You may be wearing a special bra that holds your bandages in place after the surgery. Your doctor will tell you when you can stop wearing the bra. Your doctor may want you to wear the bra at night as well as during the day for several weeks.
• Ask your doctor when it is okay to wear an underwire bra. Consider buying a larger bra. Your old bra will be too small and can put too much pressure on the healing incision.
• If you have strips of tape on your incision, leave the tape on for a week or until it falls off. Or follow your doctor’s instructions for removing the tape.
• Wash the area daily with warm, soapy water, and pat it dry. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing.
• Keep the area clean and dry.

Exercise

• Try to walk each day. Start by walking a little more than you did the day before. Bit by bit, increase the amount you walk. Walking boosts blood flow and helps prevent pneumonia and constipation.
• Avoid strenuous activities, such as bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, until your doctor says it is okay.
• Your doctor will tell you when to begin stretching exercises and normal activities.

Ice

• Put ice or a cold pack over your breast for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Try to do this every 1 to 2 hours for the next 3 days (when you are awake) or until the swelling goes down. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin.

Other instructions

• You may have one or more drains near your incision. Your doctor will tell you how to take care of them.

Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse call line if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take.

breast augmentation vs implants

Terms such as breast augmentation and breast implants are commonly used synonymously, however, they actually refer to a medical procedure (breast augmentation) and medical prostheses (breast implants).

For example, breast augmentation refers to breast enhancement surgery that’s meant to improve the breast’s fullness, shape, and contours.

Breast implants refer to the medical prostheses that are inserted into the breasts during breast augmentation surgery.

While breast augmentation surgery is possible without breast implants, such as fat transfers, where fat is taken from the body and injected into the breasts, the vast majority of breast augmentation surgeries use breast implants to fill out the breasts.

Wondering which is right for you? Let’s go over the difference between breast implants and breast augmentation for those considering a procedure.

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Risks

Breast augmentation poses various risks, including:

• Scar tissue that distorts the shape of the breast implant (capsular contracture)
• Breast pain
• Infection
• Changes in nipple and breast sensation
• Implant position changes
• Implant leakage or rupture

Correcting these complications might require more surgery, to either remove or replace the implants.

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified a possible association between breast implants and the development of anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), an uncommon cancer of the immune system. The condition is known as breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). The FDA believes that women with breast implants that have textured surfaces have a very low but increased risk of developing BIA-ALCL. However, that doesn’t mean that these implants cause BIA-ALCL. Further research is needed to understand the relationship between the condition and breast implants.

Breast implant illness

Systemic symptoms ― sometimes called breast implant illness ― may be associated with breast implants. The exact relationship of these symptoms to breast implants is not clearly understood. Reported signs and symptoms include fatigue, memory loss, skin rash, trouble concentrating and thinking clearly, and joint pain. Removal of the breast implants may reverse the symptoms. Research to determine the link and the cause is ongoing. Talk to your plastic surgeon if you have breast implants and experience any of these signs and symptoms.

If you notice any changes to your breasts or implants, talk to your doctor. Ongoing follow-up visits and appropriate screening tests can detect and address possible complications related to breast augmentation surgery.

How you prepare

You’ll consult with a plastic surgeon about your preferences for size, feel and appearance of your breasts. The surgeon will describe specific types of implants — smooth or textured, round or shaped like a teardrop, saline or silicone — as well as options for surgical techniques.

Carefully review written information, such as the patient information from the manufacturer of the implant you’ll be getting, and keep copies for your records.

Before you decide to have surgery, consider the following:

• Breast implants won’t prevent your breasts from sagging. Your plastic surgeon may recommend a breast lift in addition to breast augmentation to correct sagging breasts.
• Breast implants aren’t guaranteed to last a lifetime. The average life span of an implant is about 10 years. Implant rupture is a possibility. Also, your breasts will continue to age, and factors such as weight gain or weight loss might change the way your breasts look. These issues will likely lead to more surgery.
• Mammograms might be more complicated. If you have breast implants, in addition to routine mammograms, you’ll need additional, specialized views.
• Breast implants might hamper breast-feeding. Some women are able to successfully breast-feed after breast augmentation. For others, however, breast-feeding is a challenge.
• Insurance doesn’t cover breast implants. Unless it’s medically necessary — such as after a mastectomy for breast cancer — breast augmentation isn’t covered by insurance. Be prepared to handle the expenses, including related surgeries or future imaging tests.
• You might need additional surgery after breast implant removal. If you decide to have your implants removed, you might need a breast lift or other corrective surgery to help restore your breasts’ appearance.
• Screening for silicone implant rupture is recommended. The FDA recommends routine monitoring with a breast MRI five to six years after placement to screen for silicone breast implant rupture. Then, a breast MRI is recommended every two to three years. An ultrasound may be an alternative screening method — unless you have symptoms. Talk to your plastic surgeon about the specific type of imaging needed for routine monitoring of your implants.

You might need a baseline mammogram before your surgery. Your doctor might adjust certain medications before the surgery as well. For example, it’s important to avoid aspirin or other medications that can increase bleeding.

If you smoke, your surgeon will ask you to stop smoking for a time ― about four to six weeks ― before and after the surgery.

Arrange for someone to drive you home after the surgery and to stay with you for at least the first night.

breast augmentation recovery

The operation involves:

• making a cut (incision) in the skin next to or below the breast
• positioning the implant – either between your breast tissue and chest muscle, or behind your chest muscle (as discussed during your consultation)
• stitching the incision and covering it with a dressing

The operation takes between 60 and 90 minutes.

You may be able to go home the same day, but may need to stay in hospital overnight if the operation was scheduled late in the day.

You’ll be given pain relief if you experience any discomfort afterwards.

Recovery

You should be able to move around soon after having breast enlargement surgery.

It can take a few weeks to fully recover from surgery, so you should take a week or 2 off work. You should not drive for at least 1 week.

Some surgeons recommend wearing a sports bra 24 hours a day for up to 3 months after breast surgery (check with your surgeon).

Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for at least a month.

After 1 or 2 weeks: Your stiches will be removed (unless you had dissolvable stitches).

After 6 weeks: You should be able to return to most of your normal activities. Your scars should also start to fade.

After a few months: Your breasts should start to look and feel more natural. You may be able to stop wearing your sports bra.

It’s safe to sunbathe and fly if you have breast implants.