How long after breast surgery can you get a massage?

To ensure lasting results, it’s crucial that after breast augmentation you avoid lying on your stomach for more than just a few minutes. This allows the incisions to heal completely without undue pressure put on them. We recommend avoiding massage for at least 6 weeks after your surgery.

Can I massage my breast implants too much?

This is probably because there is just no clear evidence that implant massage works to decrease the risk of capsular contracture, and too much massage early on may increase the risk of bleeding (or hematoma).

How long do you have to sleep upright after breast augmentation?

Can I sleep on my side with implants? The sleeping position used after breast augmentation is essential to the healing process. After a few days, the swelling and bruising will start to dissipate, but for the first 4 – 6 weeks after surgery, you must sleep on your back.

Can I lay on my side after breast implants?

However, it’s important that you don’t sleep on your side or roll onto your side in your sleep. This could put pressure on the implant or your incisions as you heal, which may affect your results.

Is massaging breast implants necessary?

Is it necessary to massage breast implants? Many surgeons will advise patients to massage smooth-shelled implants postoperatively in order to keep the implant pocket open. Textured-shelled implants are meant to allow very fine tissue ingrowth into the shell, which reduces the risk of capsular contracture.

When can I sleep on my side after breast fat transfer?

You can begin to sleep on your side again two weeks after breast reconstruction surgery. However, stomach sleeping is still not permitted at the two-week mark. You must wait four weeks before you can sleep on your stomach. At this time, you are fine to sleep in any normal positions that you find comfortable.