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| Breast Lift (Mastopexy) |
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| What Is The Recovery Process After Breast Lift Surgery? |
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| Most of the discomfort you feel following breast lift surgery can be controlled with medication prescribed to you by Dr. Behmand. Although everyone heals at different rates, you can expect that your recovery will follow this general time line: The first week: ♦ You will begin to move about more comfortably. ♦ Surgical drains will be removed and dressings will be changed. ♦ You will require help for daily chores around the house. ♦ You will be asked to avoid driving during the first week. ♦ You should avoid staying in bed for long periods of time. Some non-strenuous physical activity, such as walking in the house, is encouraged. The first month: ♦ Bruising, swelling and normal periodic discomfort will diminish. ♦ Sensation within the nipple and areola will gradually improve. ♦ You may start driving, if you are not taking narcotic pain medication. ♦ If you have a non-physical job, you may return to work after the first week. ♦ You may start some mild exercises, such as walking. After the first month: ♦ You can discontinue wearing a support bra. ♦ You may return to most of your normal activities, including exercise. ♦ Your breasts will start to settle into a more natural shape. ♦ Incision lines will begin to fade, although in many patients the incisions may stay pink or red for up to a year. Follow-up visits with Dr. Behmand: ♦ Immediately after surgery, you will be seen frequently in our office. ♦ After the initial few weeks, you will be seen at one, three, six and twelve months following surgery. It is important to keep these appointments so that Dr. Behmand can assess your long-term results and address any questions or concerns you may have. |
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