Choosing breast augmentation is a big step and an investment in yourself. Preparing for breast augmentation is essential and begins well before you even book your surgery. From choosing the right surgeon to preparing your home for recovery, it is important to consider these key factors when planning your breast augmentation.
Ask Questions During Your Consultation
Preparing for a breast augmentation begins with your initial surgical consultation and meeting with the surgeon. This important consultation allows you to meet the surgeon, examine before and after photos, ask questions, determine if breast augmentation will achieve your goals or if adding a breast lift is necessary, and decide if the surgeon is a good fit and can achieve your breast augmentation goals. You want to find a surgeon willing to answer your questions and one you feel comfortable with.
Follow All Pre-Procedure Instructions
Once you decide on your surgeon and schedule your big day, you must follow all your pre-surgical instructions. This can include everything from pre-surgical bloodwork and avoiding certain medications to stopping smoking and alcohol which can hinder your recovery.
Prepare for Your Recovery
Preparing for your recovery can often be the most important part of your pre-surgical plan. While recovery time varies for everyone, it is usually at least a week before you return to work and normal daily activities. Preparing your recovery time and location is essential to allowing you to heal and recover. Tops things to consider include:
- Arrange a friend or family member to pick you up after your procedure.
- Schedule friends and family to cook or help with children during recovery.
- Pick up any prescriptions you will need during recovery before your procedure.
- Create a comfortable location for recovery that includes everything you need within reach.
- Cook and freeze easy meals that you can access and reheat as needed. In addition, have some snacks on hand, such as saltines for stomach upset and applesauce or prune juice for constipation common after surgery.
- Upgrade your wardrobe with shirts that button up the front to avoid needing to raise the arms.
- Make sure you have the necessary support bras to wear during recovery.
If you still have questions about preparing for breast augmentation, Dr. Chang and the team at Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery are here to answer any questions or concerns. Call (410) 740-9330 today to schedule a consultation.
Author: Dr. Eric Chang
Few plastic surgeons offer Dr. Eric Chang’s rare blend of impressive credentials and genuine compassion. After becoming a board-certified plastic surgeon, he returned to his home state and established Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, one of the premier cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery practices between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
