At Saltz Plastic Surgery in Salt Lake City and Park City, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Renato Saltz brings decades of experience and a meticulous approach to breast surgery, helping patients achieve natural-looking results with expert care. Under Dr. Saltz’s guidance, breast augmentation recovery is closely monitored to ensure each patient heals comfortably and confidently.
Immediately After Surgery
Once your breast augmentation is complete, you’ll spend a short time in a recovery area while the anesthesia wears off. Most patients go home the same day, but you’ll need someone to drive you home and stay with you for at least 24 hours. Expect to feel groggy, sore, and swollen during the first few days. Dr. Saltz may prescribe pain medication and antibiotics to alleviate discomfort and minimize infection risk.
First Week of Recovery
During the first week, your chest may feel tight and sensitive. Swelling and bruising are normal, and you may be need to wear a surgical bra to support your healing breasts. Avoid lifting, reaching, or strenuous activity, and plan to take about a week off from work, especially if your job is physically demanding.
Weeks 2-4: Regaining Mobility
By the second week, most patients begin to feel more comfortable and can resume gentle activity. It’s still important to avoid heavy lifting and upper-body workouts. You’ll likely have follow-up visits to monitor healing and ensure the implants are settling correctly.
Weeks 4-6: Return to Normal Activities
Around the one-month mark, many patients can return to more vigorous physical activity with the surgeon’s approval. Swelling continues to subside, and your implants will begin to “drop and settle” into a more natural position.
Long-Term Recovery and Final Results
Full recovery can last several months, with final results typically visible around the three-month mark. Scars will fade over time, and your breasts will soften and settle into their final shape.
Love Your Breast Size and Shape with Breast Augmentation in Salt Lake City, UT
Every patient heals differently, so follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions closely. With proper care and patience, breast augmentation recovery can be a smooth process that leads to long-lasting, confidence-boosting results. Call us today at 801-274-9500 to schedule a consultation.
