Post-Op

Post-operative Instructions After Breast Augmentation:

Pre-operative Photo: 36 A-B with ptosis (drooping) and asymmetry.
Post-operative Photo: 400 cc added by the ambilicus (belly button). Size is now 38 D full.
  1. Do not remove the dressings until you see Dr. Katsaros in a few days.
  2. Wear a tight sports bra for 2 weeks after surgery, or until cleared by Dr. Katsaros.
  3. Do not massage,squeeze or fondle the breast for two weeks-or until cleared by Dr. Katsaros.
  4. Dr. Katsaros, or the staff, will show you what type of bra to wear after surgery.
  5. After two weeks, Dr. Katsaros or staff, will show you what kind of massage exercises to perform.

Case 1: Two days after a transumbilical breast augmentation (TUBA) there is some bruising around the right breast. This was not from the surgery, but from extra-curricular activity at home! Remeber, it is important to avoid squeezing or massaging the breasts for two weeks after surgery-or until cleared by Dr. Katsaros.