Whether your breasts are natural or enhanced, there is no way to avoid the ageing process and the inevitable sag of your breasts over time. But there are many things you can do to diminish this natural tendency and support your breast augmentation results to maintain your new, perky silhouette for as long as possible.
Recover Well
Take the time you need to fully heal after breast augmentation and follow your plastic surgeon’s post-operative instructions carefully. Wear your support garments, practice meticulous wound care, and do not miss any follow up appointments. Injury or infection could jeopardize your results.
Return To Exercise With Care
Ease back into your regular exercise and fitness routines slowly and with care. Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and running until you have been cleared by your surgeon.
Choose The Right Bra
Immediately after surgery you will wear a firm support bra until your surgeon okays a return to normal undergarments. But to maintain lift and reduce the effect of gravity on your breasts, choose well-constructed and supportive bras for everyday wear. Wear your bra as often as you can (some women even choose to wear one while sleeping). Avoid push-up style bras as they may weaken the supportive ligaments and muscles. And always wear a sports bra that limits excessive bounce and movement while exercising.
Practice Good Skin Care
Your skin plays a role in supporting the lift of your breasts. Keep your skin supple and healthy by moisturizing every day and drinking lots of water. Avoid sun damage that can thin out and stretch skin by using a sunscreen daily and minimizing sun exposure.
Stand Up Straight
Poor posture can cause your breasts to pull forward and your shoulders to hunch. Stand and sit straight and tall and engage your core muscles to support your back and chest.
Sleep On Your Back
Lying on your sides or stomach all night long can stretch out ligaments in your breasts while you sleep. Try to position yourself on your back and use pillows to support yourself and reduce the urge to turn over.
Continue Normal Breast Health Practices
Maintaining good breast health is always important. Continue regular breast self exams, see your doctor annually, and don’t skip your mammograms. But do let your mammogram technician know that you have implants so they can ensure they screen properly.
Live Healthy
Choosing to live healthy is one of the best ways to maintain optimal results after your breast augmentation. Avoid smoking and excessive drinking. Eat well and fuel your body with balanced nutrition. And avoid weight fluctuations that will affect your breast size and shape.
Alberta Plastic Surgery Experts
It is inevitable that your body will change and age as time goes by whether you have natural breasts or have chosen breast enhancement. With some simple and thoughtful lifestyle choices and habits, you can maintain the lift and shapely silhouette you love today for years to come. If you are ready to explore breast augmentation, connect with our team. Dr. Adil Ladak is a board certified and top surgeon in Edmonton, Alberta and is highly skilled in helping patients achieve the results they desire with breast augmentation. Dr. Ladak and his team are committed to providing patients with the information and education to make the most informed decisions about their appearance and health. To explore all of your options for breast surgery and many other surgical and non-surgical treatments to help you feel and look your best, visit Alberta Plastic Surgery in Edmonton by booking your complimentary consultation. Call us at (780) 407-6691 or fill out the form below.
FAQs
Q: How long does a breast augmentation surgery take?
A: This type of breast surgery typically takes between one and two hours depending on the complexity of the procedure.
Q: How do I choose the right kind of implant for me?
A: You have several options for the kind of implants you can choose. Read more about your choices here. And of course, talk to your plastic surgeon to get some insightful advice on what is the right implant type for you.
Q: How long till I can see the results?
A: How soon you will be able to see the optimal results after your breast augmentation surgery will depend on the type of implants, where your implants were placed (under or over your chest muscles), and your body type and personal healing journey. It will usually be a couple of months before you will see final results.
