This time of year, one of the most commonly asked breast augmentation questions we get at our St. Louis plastic surgery practice is when is it safe to get back into a swimming pool or go to the beach after getting breast implants? Although swimming should be avoided for the first few weeks after surgery, most patients can put on their swimsuits and sit by the pool or even sit in the pool up to their waists. This way, they do not have to miss too much time at the pool with their family and friends.
Generally, at 3 weeks after their surgery, most women can return to the pool or take that trip to the beach and not be concerned about harming their results.
Even after 3 weeks, we urge the patients to dry their swimsuit tops and towel off well after getting out of the water. They should continue this thorough drying-off routine for another few weeks. This ensures that the healing incisions are not being soaked by a wet swimsuit top.
The other commonly asked question at this time of year is when is it safe for me to suntan after a breast augmentation procedure? Now is a wonderful time to get your body ready for the Summer. To learn more, we invite you to reach us on 02 or use our online enquiry form.
Avoid submerging your breasts in water until all incisions are completely healed, however long that takes. If you expose fragile tissue to the sun too soon after breast augmentation surgery, you put yourself at higher risk for Raised scars Reddish scars Wide scars Individuals heal at different rates, so there is no timetable for heading into the sun.
Ask us a question about this treatment. Email Phone. Yes No thanks. However, there are some special considerations that apply to patients recovering during the summer months. You can still enjoy sitting by the poolside and dip your toes in to cool off—just take care not to submerge the surgery site. Expect to wait a few extra weeks before swimming laps if you have breast surgery to avoid overexerting the chest muscles and possibly straining your incisions.
Rhinoplasty patients will also have to wait several months before wearing swim goggles. Longer, sunnier days combined with skimpier summer clothing present an added risk to plastic surgery patients. In general, our Eugene breast augmentation patients are required to wear a soft, supportive bra, such as a sports bra, for about 6 to 8 weeks after surgery to ensure results heal optimally. Wearing underwire bras too soon after surgery can irritate healing incisions, and most underwire bras and swimsuit tops lack the necessary support for daily wear.
Another reason we discourage women from bra or swimsuit shopping too early: your results will still be taking shape for several months after breast augmentation, and the biggest changes occur in the first 8 weeks.
By waiting a few weeks, you can feel confident that your new garments will fit well for a long time. I understand the email is unsecure while in transit between the practice and me.
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