What happens after breast implants?

Often patients ask us what to expect after breast augmentation surgery. Our medical professionals aim to use innovative techniques that minimize your downtime and recovery, but as with any surgical procedure, breast augmentation has a recovery process you'll want to understand. read more

These are general guidelines for recovering from breast cancer surgery. Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for care after your operation. Drainage Device. After your surgery, you may be discharged from the hospital with an external drainage device in place. The drains will remove and collect fluid from the surgery site. read more

After breast augmentation surgery, it's normal to walk with your shoulders hunched forward, as if you're trying to protect your chest. Bear in mind that maintaining improper posture causes backaches. Remember, you will most likely not sleep in your normal position, so this change can further aggravate you. read more

Removal of breast capsule after implant removal Typically, I recommend removal of the capsule along with removal of the implant in order to prevent long-term fluid collection within this space. Inevitably, there is some capsule formation in this breast pocket created with and around the implant. read more