Breast Augmentation Recovery Time and Health

Phoenix and Glendale, Arizona

After any surgery, your body requires a certain amount of time to recover, and breast augmentation surgery is no different. Some patients take longer than others to adapt to the implants themselves and to heal the incision site, but the process usually takes no longer than a couple of weeks. Before your procedure, your surgeon will educate you about the potential complications to watch for, as well as any health risks you may encounter. To ensure a healthy recovery, be sure to tell your surgeon about any previous surgeries or medical conditions you have had.

Healing Time

Every patient’s body is unique, but you should plan for your breast augmentation recovery period to take at least two weeks. While you heal, we will stay in regular contact with you to address any pain or problems that arise. To reduce your risk for potential complications, keep your follow-up appointments and follow your surgeon’s instructions thoroughly.

During the healing process, you will probably not be able to perform all the activities that are part of your daily routine such as strenuous work or exercise. Our location in beautiful, sunny location in Phoenix, Arizona will make your breast augmentation or breast lift recovery period seem like a vacation.

You will probably be healed enough to go back to work in about a week, as long as it is not too strenuous or physically demanding. Physical exercise and running may have to wait longer, but usually less than one month. Your surgeon will be able to tell you specifically what you should and should not do during the recovery period, so follow those instructions carefully to stay healthy during the healing process.

Staying Healthy

Breast augmentation surgery will likely not impact your long-term health negatively, whether you choose saline or silicone breast implants. However, there is always some level of risk, so be sure to treat your body right and do what you need to be healthy in the long-run.

The most important thing you can do during the recovery period is to follow all instructions your surgeon gives, and keep him or her aware of your health history and any pain or discomfort you feel after the surgery. Maintaining communication helps your surgeon identify and address any problems or complications right away.

A healthy lifestyle is another crucial part of reducing the risk of any complications and keeping your breasts healthy and beautiful. After your body has healed, a healthy diet and vigorous exercise will keep you in shape and feeling better years down the road. If you smoke, quit. Smoking increases the risk of complications from any surgery, including breast augmentation.

For information about healthy recovery and lifestyle, please contact Phoenix breast augmentation surgeon, Dr. Paul Angelchik today to schedule a consultation.