Vital Information About Breast Lift
Anesthesia: Usually general, under certain circumstances, the procedure may be performed under local anesthesia with or without sedation.
Location: Surgery Center, Hospital or in the clinic for simple cases.
Surgery Length: 1-3 hours.
Length of stay: Outpatient – home the same day.
Discomfort: Mild to moderate and can be tolerated with prescribed pain medication. Anticipate 3-14 days of this medication.
Swelling: Improves in 3-10 days and will diminish after several weeks when adhering to post-operative instructions.
Bruising: Improves in 3-5 days and will diminish in 7-14 days, some have no bruising at all.
Numbness: Temporary numbness, if it occurs, can last 1-2 months. Permanent numbness may occur in 10-15% of post-operative patients.
Bandages: Surgical bandages are removed one day after surgery. At this time you are fitted in a surgical bra for better comfort. This bra should be worn for 6 weeks; we will provide you with two.
Sutures: There will be two types of sutures placed. One will be removed at one week and the other at two weeks following your surgery.
Back to work: You may return to light duty work in 7-10 days. If your job requires heavy lifting or long periods of time on your feet, wait 2-3 weeks.
Exercise: Walking is encouraged for the first 2 weeks, after which, light exercise can be resumed at 3 weeks, leading up to your normal regimen without restrictions at 6 weeks.
Final Result: Breast shape will settle and look natural at about 6-8 weeks. Although the incision lines are permanent, the scars will continue to fade up to a year after your surgery with proper scar massage and sun avoidance. Adhering to all instructions given by your surgeon is essential to the outcome of your surgery.
E-mail or call us today at 303-367-9000 to schedule your personalized breast lift consultation at our Aurora office near Denver, Colorado.
