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How Long Does It Take To Recover After Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Doing plastic surgery consultation appointments as often as we do, one of the matters that is asked about most often is recovery after plastic surgery. We understand that people are busy and the sooner that the recovery process is over, the sooner they can get back to their normal routines and enjoy their refreshed new appearance. Today we thought it would be helpful to focus specifically on breast augmentation surgery, and what patients can expect following this procedure. Our board-certified plastic surgeons wanted to present the following timeline to help patients better understand what they can expect from their recovery after breast augmentation.
First Week After Breast Augmentation:
During breast augmentation surgery, we use breast implants to help enhance the size of the natural breasts, as well as their overall volume and shape. In the first week after surgery, there will be swelling and bruising in the breast area, but this will fade over time. Following your plastic surgeon’s post-surgical instructions like wearing a compression bra or garment will help minimize these effects. Some degree of discomfort may persist during this time, but will decrease as the weeks go on. Normal activities like school and work can continue once you’re feeling up to it, but more strenuous activities like cardio, heavy lifting, or lifting your arms above your head should be avoided.
Weeks 2-3 After Breast Augmentation:
During weeks 2 and 3, we normally encourage breast augmentation patients to begin to ease back into light exercise and their full normal daily routine as long as it is not strenuous. During this time, patients can normally begin driving a car again. Any remaining discomfort should be improving at this point. Some walking is normally OK, but jogging, running, aerobics/fitness class or more physically demanding workouts can negatively affect your healing, and we highly recommend not pushing it too hard just yet.
Weeks 4-6 After Breast Augmentation:
At this point, most patients will have recovered to the point where they will have no physical restrictions. The breasts should look and feel much more natural, though the results will continue to improve as the weeks go on. Full-on strenuous exercise (including running and weight lifting) may resume for most women without any issues. However, it is important to listen to your body and speak to your surgeon should you have any questions or concerns.
While this timeline may not exactly match every patient’s unique experience, we feel these general parameters will give many women who undergo breast augmentation a realistic idea of their post-surgery journey. For more information on breast augmentation or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery at one of our Atlanta, Cumming, or Canton area locations. You can also follow along with us on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, photos, and much more.
3 Must-Know Facts About Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Surgery
What is fact and what is fiction? When researching a plastic surgery procedure like rhinoplasty surgery (nose job) online, it can often be difficult to decipher. Additionally, one person’s needs will be completely unique to them, and not a useful resource for other prospective patients trying to learn more. This is where it pays to have an expert in your corner, like the board-certified plastic surgeons here at Atlanta Plastic Surgery. Today, we wanted to discuss three essential facts that anyone should know before undergoing rhinoplasty surgery.
Fact #1: Rhinoplasty Isn’t Just About The Size of the Nose
While altering the size of the nose is a priority for many patients, the benefits of rhinoplasty are far more wide-ranging than that. Some people naturally develop a prominent bump on the bridge of their nose over time. Rhinoplasty can effectively address this. Rhinoplasty can also help straighten noses that are crooked, and even offer answers for non-cosmetic issues like blocked nasal passages.
Fact #2: Rhinoplasty Is Very Popular Among Younger Patients
While it’s true that rhinoplasty is one of the few cosmetic surgery procedures that is performed on patients (even in their teenage years), this paints a true picture on just how in-demand it is with younger patients. According to statistics from The Aesthetic Society, 10% of all rhinoplasty procedures in the US last year were performed on patients aged 19 or younger. Only breast reduction surgery was more common for patients in this age range.
Fact #3: Rhinoplasty Results Can Be Seen Soon After Surgery
Patients can expect to notice their rhinoplasty results about a week after their surgery takes place. It’s important to allow time for post-surgical swelling and bruising to subside. And from this point on, results will continue to improve as the new nose continues to settle into its new shape. For people undergoing rhinoplasty to repair a deviated septum, improvements can take up to six weeks to be noticeable.
We hope that anyone currently considering rhinoplasty found these facts informative and helpful. Our expert surgeons have decades of performing rhinoplasty and other cosmetic procedures for the face, and will do everything possible to ensure the safest and most satisfying plastic surgery experience possible. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consult, please contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery at one of our Atlanta, Cumming, or Canton area locations. You can also follow along with us on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, photos, and much more.
Atlanta Plastic Surgery Surgeons Prepare for 40th Annual Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium
We are so excited to announce that some of the board-certified plastic surgeons of Atlanta Plastic Surgery, P.C. will be playing prominent roles in the upcoming Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium. This annual event, hosted by the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (SESPRS) offers plastic surgeons from around the world the opportunity to meet, network, and educate on matters pertaining to cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery. While always a highlight of our year, this year is extra special as it marks the 40th anniversary of the conception of the event!
This year’s Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium will take place from January 31st to February 2nd 2025 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead. The main theme for this year’s Symposium is “Empowering Confidence in Breast Surgery.”
The Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium was originally established by our practice co-founder, Dr. Carl Hartrampf. Over the years, the event has grown and expanded to include over 100 industry experts from countries all over the world. Techniques and knowledge that were developed and shared at this event have helped countless patients through the years. We are honored to once again have some of our board-certified plastic surgeons playing active roles throughout the event.
This includes Dr. James Namnoum and Dr. Franklyn Elliott, who will both be serving as Program Co-Chairs. Dr. Michael Mirzabeigi, will also be an active participant, performing a live secondary breast reconstruction procedure. All three doctors will also be presenting lectures and moderating panel discussions throughout the weekend.
It’s hard to believe that an event that started with such modest beginnings can be going this strong and celebrating its 40th anniversary. It’s a testament to all the hard work that has gone into the Symposium through the years, and we can’t wait to see everyone in attendance once again. For more information on The Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium or any of the surgical procedures we perform, please contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery to schedule a plastic surgery consultation. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, photos, and much more.