Compression underwear after mammoplasty: how much and how to wear it correctly, which one, when to take it off, price, how to wash, types of underwear, complications, if not worn

The therapeutic effect of squeezing certain parts of the body has been known for a long time. This method of treatment, prevention and recovery from certain diseases is still actively used today. Elastic bandages, which began to be used since the end of the century before last, have now been replaced by compression garments. After mammoplasty, it is recommended to be worn by all patients.

This article will tell you how to choose and use it correctly for those who have recently undergone breast surgery.

Purposes of wearing underwear

After the intervention, the mammary glands remain painful and swollen. There are fresh stitches on the skin and internal tissues. All this makes wearing a compression bra necessary. It provides the following effect on tissue:

Allows the seams to heal, making them thin and unnoticeable . If you don't support your breasts, they can stretch into wide stripes or even come apart.

Evenly massages the mammary glands , which helps to quickly get rid of swelling and bring the breasts to a natural look. This effect normalizes blood circulation, that is, accelerates healing.

Does not allow the chest to make oscillatory movements . This alleviates the pain and discomfort associated with the postoperative period.

Fixes the new position of the displaced mammary tissue . This support helps maintain the symmetry and naturalness of the bust, as it prevents the implants from moving. If you don’t know how to wear underwear correctly after mammoplasty, there is a risk of their migration. This will make the breasts asymmetrical, forcing them to droop or rise unnaturally.

Allows the spine and muscles of the back and neck to painlessly adapt to the increased load. This is especially important when breast augmentation with implants.

Maintains skin elasticity . If the breasts have become larger, they may stretch without support.

Eliminates the risk of complications. Many of them are provoked by slow healing that occurs due to swelling and poor circulation.

Provides psychological support . Some women after surgery are afraid of damaging their breasts and causing pain. This makes them too restrictive in their movements and make them nervous, which is harmful during rehabilitation. A therapeutic bra will relieve unnecessary fears.

In short, solving the problem of how to wear compression garments after mammoplasty will ensure good health during the rehabilitation period and beautiful breasts.

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Selection rules

The benefits during the recovery period after mammoplasty are not only provided by the fact of wearing special underwear. His right choice is important. As a rule, a medical bra is recommended, that is, intended for home use. He is selected by a doctor.

What factors are taken into account:

The degree of compression of the underwear. This is the force of pressure applied to the chest. There are 4 levels: 18 - 21 mm Hg. Art. (1st grade), 22 - 32 mm Hg. Art. (2nd grade), 33 - 46 mm Hg. Art. (3rd class), more than 46 mm Hg. Art. (4th grade).

Compound . When talking about what underwear to wear after mammoplasty, one cannot fail to take into account the fabric from which it is made. The presence of elastane is mandatory, giving the bra the desired shape and elasticity. The component will also ensure the long-term use of linen and its preservation after washing. But pure synthetics can lead to redness on the skin, diaper rash, overheating of internal tissues, and increases the risk of infection.

And in winter it’s colder in such underwear. Therefore, the composition should also contain natural fibers that allow the skin to breathe.

Feelings when using . The inner surface of the linen should be smooth and pleasant to the touch. The wearing itself is comfortable, facilitating the general condition. There should be no itchy skin. If this feeling occurs, allergies cannot be ruled out. And she is extremely undesirable. You should not choose underwear with seams, especially those located on the inside. They may chafe the skin.

Price. Not the last sign by which compression garments are selected after mammoplasty is the price. She should not be too modest, this indicates his low quality. A good compression bra will cost 3000 - 5000 rubles.

Appearance . Breasts in a compression bra should look attractive, their contours should be natural. If underwear oozes through clothing and disrupts the contours of the body, it needs to be replaced.

Size . The size of the compression bra is selected so that the mammary glands are completely covered with fabric. At the same time, they should be well fixed, the tape should fit tightly, but not tighten the chest and shoulders.

Easy to use . The compression bra should be such that the patient can easily put it on and take it off independently. Therefore, it is worth choosing models with front clasps. Fixing the underwear on the body should not require much effort. It's best if it's Velcro.

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Little secrets of a successful purchase

Choosing the right model should not only be for aesthetic reasons. First you need to choose a bra with the appropriate level of fixation.

It is important that the model meets generally accepted requirements and standards. The following points should be taken into account:

Compound. The product must be hypoallergenic, must contain natural or artificial threads and a high percentage of elastane. It is elastane that provides the compression effect. Tactile sensations. Lingerie should be comfortable, soft and pleasant to the body, reliably support the bust without interfering with blood supply. Aesthetic appearance

It is important that the product follows the lines of the body and does not stand out from under the clothes. It is better to give preference to models with wide straps, with very flat seams

Size. You should choose the perfect size so that there is no feeling of tightness and the breasts are not deformed.

Quality matters a lot. If you give preference to low-quality products, they will cause unpleasant sensations and discomfort.

How long does it take to remove underwear after mammoplasty?

One of the burning questions regarding the rehabilitation period is: how long to wear underwear after mammoplasty? Everything here is very individual. After all, operations on the mammary glands are performed differently, and the recovery rates are also different. Much depends on the patient’s age, the characteristics of the rehabilitation course

period. But in general, the scheme for wearing compression underwear looks like this:

For the first 4 weeks it should be on the body constantly. The only time you take a break from wearing it is to take a shower and clean the seams. You should also sleep in compression garments.

From the beginning of the 2nd month, with normal recovery, doctors allow you to wear a special bra only during the day. And at night you can do without it. In some cases, from this period it is permissible to use compression garments only for sports. The rest of the time, you are allowed to wear a regular one.

But still, giving up a medical bra should be gradual in any case. And only a surgeon after an examination can tell you specifically when to remove compression garments after mammoplasty.

Why do you need to wear special underwear during the rehabilitation period?

Wearing compression garments after mammoplasty is a prerequisite for a successful rehabilitation period.
A compression bra after surgery will not only give the bust an aesthetic appearance - it is very important for therapy and consolidation of the results after surgery. A special bra is necessary due to the following functions:

Reliably fixes the chest in the desired position.
Thanks to good fixation, it prevents divergence and stretching of the seams.
Promotes rapid tightening of scars.
Provides a uniform massage of the mammary glands, which helps relieve swelling, normalize blood circulation, and speed up the healing of sutures.
Prevents chest vibrations.
Prevents the occurrence of asymmetry of the glands.
Prevents breast stretching, maintains the elasticity of the skin of the bust;
Prevents implant displacement.
Helps the spine and neck muscles painlessly adapt to the new load after breast augmentation.
Prevents the development of complications due to poor tissue healing, stretching of sutures, and impaired blood flow.
Eliminates discomfort in everyday life, a woman will feel more confident in it.

The bra after mammoplasty surgery acts as a bandage. Its most basic function is to reliably fix the position of the chest. It is thanks to this that it helps relieve pain, swelling, and promotes the speedy healing of sutures.

In addition, this is an excellent assistant for every day to adapt to your old life with new forms.

Indeed, at the beginning of the postoperative period, any careless movement can cause severe pain. Without rigid fixation, it is impossible to achieve an ideal breast shape, since after surgery it can sag, stretch, and become asymmetrical.

Duration of use

All women are interested in how long they need to wear a special bra. There is no definite answer to this question, since the duration of use of compressed underwear depends on many factors:

type of operation;
severity of the operation;
individual characteristics of the patient (tendency to stretch the skin, age, etc.);
method of carrying out the operation;
recovery dynamics.

In this matter, you need to listen to the recommendations of a specialist. However, there are general rules that must be followed in all cases:

For the first month after surgery, wear special underwear constantly, without taking it off day or night. Removal is allowed in order to swim and treat the seams.
In the second month, a consultation with a surgeon is necessary. When the dynamics of recovery are positive, doctors allow you to take off your underwear at night, but during the day it is better to continue wearing a compression bra.
During the second and third months, it is mandatory to wear such a bra when playing sports, but it is acceptable to use regular underwear with wide straps and without push-up.

The further period of use is adjusted by a specialist.

Consequences of refusal to use

Some women may think why wear a special bra when you can buy a good regular one. This opinion is wrong. Moreover, it is fraught with negative health consequences. Namely:

stretching seams;
if there is no reliable fixation of the breast, the seams may completely come apart;
stretching of the skin on the chest;;
sagging bust
persistent feeling of pain during movements or other physical activities;
acquiring an asymmetrical breast shape;
displacement of implants;
long-lasting swelling of the mammary glands;
blood flow disturbance;
discomfort in daily life;
irregular bust shape.

Rules for caring for linen

Since a compression bra becomes a constant companion for at least 2 months, it cannot be the only one. After surgery, when the skin remains injured and the breast tissue is vulnerable to infection, hygiene is of particular importance.

And the linen must be absolutely clean, almost sterile.
To do this, you need to fulfill 2 conditions:

Have at least a couple of bras. After all, in summer, when it’s hot, underwear should be changed daily, and in winter 1-3 times a week.

It is better to wash it by hand, carefully, without twisting it too much when spinning. This will make it easier to maintain the shape of the bra, its compression properties, and color.

Usually there is information on the care instructions on the laundry tag. But if you throw it into the car, even on delicate mode, you need to soon prepare to buy a new set.

In addition, when they ask how to wash compression garments after mammoplasty, they also have in mind a suitable product. The powder or soap should be as gentle as possible on the skin and hypoallergenic. Warm water should be poured into the basin. After washing, you need to dry your bra in the air, and not on a heating pipe, to avoid deformation.

Wearing Features

Compression garments are worn immediately after surgery. Usually the surgeon himself does this to fix everything in the correct position. In the future, the patient copes on her own.

Regardless of the type of surgery performed, compression garments should not be removed for the first week. It is forbidden to even unfasten it.

Once your doctor allows you to remove your compression bra, it is important to put it back on correctly. The fastener should be strictly in the middle and vertical, and the fixing bar above the chest should be parallel to the floor and as high as possible. If this tape is skewed, the implant may sag unevenly.

Breast implants

Breast implants are shells made of silicone, which contain a water-salt solution or a special gel filler.

You need to put your hands into the straps one by one. Before fastening your bra, first secure your breasts in the cups. Lastly, the stabilization tape is attached.

The bar needs to be constantly adjusted as it moves downwards. This problem can be solved by attaching tape to the straps.

Compression garment care and personal hygiene

During the first week, the compression cannot be removed, so you will have to forget about personal hygiene in the chest area during this time. In the future, special clothes need to be washed, so it is more convenient to purchase at least two models at once and wear them alternately. Caring for compression garments involves the following points:

Hand wash , even the delicate cycle in the washing machine is excluded;
water up to 40° C ;
gentle detergent (soap, powder), use shampoo effectively;
conditioner or bleach;
do not dry in direct sunlight or at high temperatures (radiator, heater, hair dryer);
do not twist it too much, it is better to squeeze it slightly, wrapping it in a towel;
dry on a horizontal surface.

In winter, linens need to be changed at least once a week, and in summer daily. During washing, you can provide compression with an elastic bandage.

Bras that should not be worn at first

Having acquired beautiful breasts, women want to quickly dress them in expensive lace lingerie. But even after the doctor has given permission to get rid of the compression bra, you should not rush to choose a regular bra. He must be even more thorough.

Prohibitions on the following types of bras	Rationale	Photo
Push-up bras should not be worn for at least a year after mammoplasty.	They add additional attractiveness, but have significant drawbacks. The breasts in such underwear are squeezed too tightly, which impairs blood circulation and causes discomfort. In addition, the foam or silicone pad that is included in the push-up can lead to overheating of the mammary glands.
Do not wear strapless bras for the same period	With them, the recently operated breast is deprived of the necessary support. This can lead to the return of swelling and physical discomfort. The upper pole of the mammary glands is stretched, which provokes their prolapse and distortion of shape. A strapless bra can be worn for a few hours if absolutely necessary, but no longer.
Use underwear with caution	If a scar remains in the submammary fold after surgery, it must not be allowed to become injured. And, perhaps, it is better to refuse such a bra until the condition of the scar stabilizes, that is, for 3 to 4 months. If the recovery rate is good, you can wear it, protecting the scar under the breast with an elastic bandage.

But what should underwear be like after mammoplasty? There are several features of a suitable bra:

The presence of a deep and dense cup . It is necessary that it completely encircles the mammary gland, preventing it from falling out when tilted, or sticking out in parts from under the edges. But the cup should not squeeze the breast either.

Wide straps. Thin ones will cut into the shoulders if you tighten them, and will fall off when loosened. And the right straps will support the breasts well without rubbing the skin.

Wide base . It should fit snugly against the body, but not squeeze it. The right bra has a base that is level on the front and back.

Control over the result

How it happens.

The most powerful desire after surgery is to examine the “new” breast and make sure that the operation produced the expected results. But during the first months, the mammary glands have not yet fully recovered, and swelling does not allow one to assess the true size and shape of the breast. Therefore, you should not rush to conclusions if the results of your self-examination are not very similar to what you would like to see.

It is important to know.

Photos will help assess the progress of recovery and the fact that the mammary glands are getting closer and closer to the expected result. Done on the second, fifth, fifteenth day after surgery (or at any other intervals, at your discretion), they will help you compare the “before” and “after” and make sure that everything is going according to plan.

But in all cases when any objective signs or subjective sensations cause you concern, consult your doctor. This will help get rid of anxiety if it is caused by anxiety, which is natural in such situations, or adjust the passage of the recovery period, if necessary.

What underwear should you wear after having a breast implant installed?

There are several types of underwear that you need to wear after installing a breast implant:

special bra or top;
depending on the scale of the intervention, it can be replaced with a corset or a T-shirt;
stockings.

All types of underwear are compression.

Top after breast surgery

A compression top after breast plastic surgery should be:

with wide straps;
stabilizing strap that secures the bust in the upper part;
Convenient clasp located at the front.

It is also important to select it in size and with the desired degree of compression, based on the doctor’s recommendations . Must not be:

rough seams on the inside, leaving abrasions and dents on the body;
an excess of natural fibers in the material, as this will lead to rapid stretching of the underwear and weakening of the compression;
too open a style, in which the mammary glands are not completely fixed, but only, for example, their lower part.

Top after breast surgery

Special T-shirts after breast augmentation surgery

Special tank tops used after breast augmentation surgery are essentially the same tops or compression bras. They can differ only in the area of body coverage. The purpose of wearing a tank top is compression, so it should also be made of a special material. Regular, albeit elastic, high-quality sportswear cannot replace it.

Why stockings after mammoplasty?

Compression stockings must be worn after mammoplasty surgery to avoid thrombosis and thromboembolism. These conditions can arise due to the intervention itself, since blood vessels are injured during it. The body reacts to this by increasing the production of substances that increase blood clotting and reduce the speed of its flow. Hence the formation of clots that can clog the duct of the vessel.

The same is possible if air enters a vein. Stockings help speed up blood flow, relieve fluid stagnation, and with them the plastic surgeon’s patient is not at risk of thrombosis. They should be worn 6-7 hours a day.

Why bandage underwear after mammoplasty?

Bandage underwear is worn after mammoplasty only on the chest area and legs. It has already been said why it is needed: comfort, more correct position of the implants, rapid healing of injured tissues. In this case, a similar device for the abdominal area is not needed.

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Recommendations for selection

Specialized underwear corresponds to its compression class, but has a different composition of natural and synthetic fabrics, so consumers should pay attention to the following features:

Comfort and convenience reflected in the details of the linen. An increase in breast size will require wide bra straps, but after breast augmentation it does not oblige you to choose underwear with the widest straps, and vice versa. The product should not restrict air access to tissues to prevent diaper rash. Breathable underwear has a high content of natural fibers that better absorb drops of sweat, preventing the underwear from being damp and rough. The edges of the product should be rounded, eliminating squeezing of tissues and blood vessels. The presence of natural fibers will eliminate bust irritation, itching, diaper rash and causing discomfort. The high content of synthetic fibers does not make the underwear breathable, which promotes the formation of microbes that cause additional inflammatory processes. Smooth surfaces and small stitched seams allow the underwear to fit better to the body, making it less noticeable and more comfortable

In addition to studying the composition on the packaging, the consumer has the right to examine the item of underwear by touch, but only in accordance with the consumer's rules (without trying on), paying attention to the exclusion of seams on the cup, which can press and rub the breasts. The cup material should be as soft as possible and can be made from a separate material with the highest composition of natural fibers

The straps are selected depending on how large the breast has been enlarged. The straps perform the function of holding the breasts at the required height so that the tissues of the thoracic region do not stretch under the weight of the implants, and the breasts do not become saggy. The presence of a strap length adjuster is also necessary, as in a regular bra. The cup size must correspond to the marking on the packaging, the product itself and that received after mammoplasty. A mismatch in size will have a number of negative consequences, so the cup should be:

deep, placing the bust completely,
exclude unnecessary seams, including lace stripes, rhinestones,
have soft edges that do not cut or put pressure on the fabric.

The bones play an important role in the formation of the round shape of the new breast, so they should be equally rounded and high to support the breast on all sides. Discomfort from underwires does not allow excluding them from the product, but allows the additional use of bandage pads to reduce pressure and rubbing on the body while wearing. It is recommended to place bandages on the seams in the area of the bones, so they will heal without inflammation and separation.

When purchasing underwear, you need to know what underwear to choose and how to wear it correctly. Comfortable underwear should not put too much pressure on the torso and should allow the breasts to move freely when bending over, as well as allowing them to fall out of the cups. The right bra will provide you with beautiful breasts after a successful operation.

What happens if you don’t wear compression garments after breast augmentation surgery?

If you do not wear compression garments after breast augmentation surgery, the patient will have problems:

slower healing of injured tissues, that is, an increased risk of complications;
the implants are likely to shift, since in the first period after the intervention they are not held securely enough by the muscles;

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stretched scars, it is possible that the seams may diverge, because under the weight of the new breast the edges of the skin can separate;
increased pain in the operated area, increasing with movement;
swelling, which also does not contribute to the restoration of the body and improvement of the shape of the bust;
pain in the back and neck, as the load on the spine has increased, and there is no help in adapting to it.

Purpose

The main purpose of using compression garments is to hold the breasts in a new, unusual position. It is necessary to fix the breasts so that they retain their beautiful shape.

An important point is to prevent stretching of the seams.

In the absence of the support provided by special underwear, the width of the seams will increase and noticeable scars will remain.

Most swelling after breast augmentation subsides after 6 weeks, although there is some residual swelling that may be present for a couple of months. To reduce it, we recommend wearing a tight compression bra.
Plastic surgeon Kian J. Samimi

In addition, a number of other functions are performed:

Fixation of implants in the desired position. Without securing the implants at the desired level, they can fall below the nipple, resulting in an asymmetrical breast shape. If this happens, another surgery will be required to correct it.
Prevents seams from coming apart. Women who engage in active life immediately after plastic surgery run the risk of negative consequences. However, the use of fixation significantly reduces all risks.
Reduces stress on the spine and shoulders. This function is especially relevant for women who decide to increase their breast size by several sizes. A significant increase in the size (and therefore weight) of the breasts requires time for the muscles and spine to adjust. Women who refuse to use special underwear may experience deterioration in their health: headaches, pain in the spine, a feeling of heaviness in the hypochondrium.
Protection of soft tissues from traumatic injury. The postoperative period is accompanied by increased sensitivity of breast tissue - any contact, even light touches, leads to pain. Compression garments protect the sensitive area from contact.

If you do not wear such underwear, the rehabilitation period will increase, the woman may encounter complications, implants may move, stitches may come apart, and pain may increase.

How to properly put on and fasten a corset after mammoplasty

Correctly put on and fasten the corset used after mammoplasty as follows:

in a standing position to fix the mammary glands as naturally as possible;
put one hand through the strap, then the other;
place the straps approximately in the middle of the area between the base of the neck and the shoulder joint;
arrange the mammary glands in the cups of the top;
carefully fasten the Velcro or hooks (for proper underwear they are located in the front);
stretch the tape through the upper part of the mammary glands and fix it so that it tightly covers the living tissue.

During the day, the stabilizing strap can be moved slightly to restore wearing comfort. You should not expect that underwear will completely relieve discomfort. But if it is comfortable enough, the breasts are not constricted and not too mobile, then the corset is worn correctly. In the first days, it is advisable to have someone help you do this.

How to wear a bandage correctly after mammoplasty

The correct way to wear a breast band after mammoplasty is as follows:

in the first 4 weeks it must be on the body almost constantly; the device is removed for washing in the shower and treating stitches;
do not make sudden movements, do not raise your arms high, even after the pain has subsided;
later, wear the device only during the day;
Always monitor the position of the bust and tighten the bandage, taking into account the gradual reduction of breast swelling.

Why wear a tape after mammoplasty?

It is mandatory to wear a tape after mammoplasty for the following reasons:

it prevents the endoprostheses from moving, giving the breast an anatomically natural, symmetrical position;
with the help of compression, the mammary glands receive a massage that promotes the removal of excess fluid, that is, the removal of swelling, faster fusion of blood vessels, muscles, and skin;
it relieves severe pain that would otherwise occur with every movement;
prevents the skin from stretching too much, that is, it helps scars to heal faster and become less noticeable;
it protects soft tissues from damage;
with its help, the muscles of the neck, back and spine more easily get used to the new load.

Ultimately, the tape promotes faster recovery and formation of the most aesthetic bust shape.

Consequences if you wear compression garments incorrectly after mammoplasty

Consequences that may occur if you wear compression garments incorrectly after mammoplasty:

long healing of sutures;
swelling, which may be located asymmetrically;
incorrect position of the mammary glands due to the fact that the implants have moved;
sagging breasts;
long-lasting pain;
rough, stretched scars.

The cause of these problems can be not only incorrect wearing of the top. But it is one of the important factors in their occurrence.

Frequently asked questions about wearing special underwear after breast correction

Should a shaper bra be put on immediately after surgery or later?

The corrective bra is put on the patient immediately after the operation. A woman will find this detail on her body when she comes to her senses after anesthesia. In order to put on underwear correctly later, it is worth remembering the sensations in the chest area, although they are not pleasant, and as you recover, they will also change.

How long should you sleep in compression garments after mammoplasty?

After mammoplasty, the patient needs to sleep in compression garments for at least 30 days. Later, with normal recovery and good health at night, you can be without it.

How long after mammoplasty can I sleep at night without a bra?

After mammoplasty, after 4 weeks you can sleep at night without a bra. But if a woman feels more comfortable and calm with it, compression garments are allowed to be worn longer. The doctor will also recommend the same if there are problems with tissue restoration.

How long after mammoplasty can you go without a bra?

You can walk without a compression bra after mammoplasty after 1.5-6 months. The period is determined individually by the doctor, but also by the patient, taking into account her feelings. For some, it is enough to wear compression underwear during this period only for fitness activities, and during normal times wear a sports seamless top. Others find it more comfortable to wear a form-fitting bra all day, removing it at night.

How long do you walk with a fixing tape after mammoplasty?

Patients wear upper fixation tape after mammoplasty for at least 4 weeks. If even after this period the breast remains too mobile without it, it is used longer. This is possible when its size has become significantly larger than before.

How long after mammoplasty can I wear a bra?

You can wear a regular bra after surgery when the new breast “takes root”, that is, no earlier than after 1.5-2 months. The vague timing of the transition to normal underwear is due to the fact that each patient’s recovery has its own nuances. Taking them into account, the specialist gives permission to refuse the compression top.

How many minutes a day can you walk without underwear after mammoplasty?

For 1 month immediately after mammoplasty, you can walk without underwear for no longer than 15 minutes a day. This time should be enough for a shower and treatment of seams. As you recover, you are allowed to take air baths for up to half an hour; this is useful for healing scars.

Will my breasts get bigger after wearing compression garments after mammoplasty?

Your breasts will not become even larger after wearing compression. On the contrary, when the swelling subsides, it will decrease slightly, but will take on a more natural shape.

Before and after breast augmentation

Should compression garments be too tight after mammoplasty?

Compression garments should not press too hard or cut into the skin. But its impact will still be felt if the size is correctly chosen and worn correctly. The chest is painful in the initial postoperative period. Therefore, a bra is often perceived as an additional traumatic factor, although in reality this is not the case.

Is it dangerous to wear compression garments that are too tight after mammoplasty?

Too tight compression garments used by a patient after mammoplasty are not exactly dangerous, but they are undesirable to wear. Just like being too free.

The compression bra after mammoplasty turned out to be too small, why is that scary?

If the compression bra after mammoplasty is too small, this can lead to increased swelling due to stagnation of lymph and poor healing of sutures. This results in prolonged pain, and knots can form in the chest.

Do compression garments after mammoplasty press or not?

Compression garments after mammoplasty, of course, press, but this load should be uniform and not too strong, and not cause redness on the skin or wounds. A bra is there to reduce discomfort, not add to it. If this is not the case, it may be worth loosening the straps, the top stabilizing band, or even replacing the top with a larger one.

Is it possible to wear compression garments longer after mammoplasty?

Compression underwear can be worn longer than the standard period, if the surgeon does not object, and the woman herself is more comfortable with it. Sometimes this is even necessary if there are problems with healing or large size implants.

When can I wash compression garments after mammoplasty?

It is necessary to wash compression underwear after surgery after 1-2 days of wearing it in the summer, and after 3-4 days of use in the cold season. This is important for maintaining hygiene standards and avoiding infection of the sutures.

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What underwear should I wear after breast reduction?

After breast reduction, you also need to wear compression garments that match your new size. The selection criteria are similar to the bra needed after augmentation:

the presence of straps (although they may be thinner than for implants);
Ease of use;
elasticity and environmental friendliness of the fabric;
reduction of discomfort during use.

Why can’t you wear underwear with underwires in the first months after reduction?

Underwear with underwires should not be worn in the first months after reduction because it interferes with blood circulation in this area, even if the size is correct. This increases the recovery period and provokes complications. And the bones can put pressure on the sutures, increasing the pain, because usually the incisions during such an operation are made in the lower part of the mammary glands.

Is it possible to wear push up after mammoplasty?

You will be able to wear a push-up bra no earlier than after 12 months. Moreover, such underwear contributes to pinching of blood vessels and excess heat in the mammary gland area, which is undesirable during the recovery period.

How long should I wear compression stockings after breast augmentation surgery?

Compression stockings should be worn while awake for at least 2-3 days. If a woman has problems with blood clotting, then longer. The surgeon will tell you exactly how much.

First week of rehabilitation

The patient wakes up in a comfortable room at the GALAXY Beauty Institute. The first day you must remain in the hospital under the supervision of medical personnel. Strict bed rest with minimal physical activity is required.

If recovery proceeds at a normal pace, discharge occurs the next day after surgery. The decision on this is made by the surgeon after a thorough examination. The patient is taught the rules for caring for sutures, prescribed painkillers, antibiotics, antiseptics for treating the wound, and other drugs can be added if necessary.

The first days at home should also be spent in peace. At this time, a woman may be bothered by a slight increase in temperature, swelling of the tissues and pain in the chest area. Doctors at the GALAXY Beauty Institute will give detailed instructions on what and how to take in this situation.

Bruising and swelling are normal tissue reactions to surgery. As they recover, their severity will decrease.

IMPORTANT! It is necessary to come to the clinic for an appointment to check the condition of the stitches and dressings as often as the attending physician advises.

If suture removal is required, it is carried out 7-10 days after the intervention. 2 weeks after the operation, you can go to work if it does not involve significant physical activity.

Cost of compression garments after mammoplasty

The cost of compression garments needed after mammoplasty varies from 4,000 rubles. up to 7000-8000 rub. Cheaper than others is a bra designed for those who simply tightened their bust. This type of underwear does not have a stabilizing tape; it generally covers a smaller area of the body.

The price also depends on:

bra size;
presence of antibacterial coating of cups;
fabric composition;
the presence or absence of straps.

We recommend reading about the optimal time when you will be allowed to sleep on your side after mammoplasty. You will learn about the reasons why you should not sleep on your side and recommendations during the recovery period. And here is more information about breast liposuction for women and men.

Corrective underwear after mammoplasty is not a burden, but support. If you choose the right bra, it will speed up full recovery, provide comfort, and eliminate complications. In addition, modern lingerie is not only comfortable, but also beautiful.

How to choose the right one

During mammoplasty, the correct compression garments are prescribed by a specialist. It determines the required degree of compression, as well as the optimal composition of the product: it should not cause allergic reactions or discomfort, and not pinch muscles and blood vessels. In addition, for some patients, the appearance of the compression garment is an important factor. Now there are many models of such products that not only meet all quality and safety requirements, but also look aesthetically pleasing. When choosing underwear, you should pay attention to the presence of a special tape that provides additional fixation, convenience of straps and fasteners. A properly selected compression bra does not cause discomfort and ensures the correct position of the breast after the procedure. Bustclinic specialists will definitely tell you how to choose the right model.

Useful video

Watch this video about how to properly wear compression garments after mammoplasty: