Rapid Recovery: Our Aftercare Concept

For the aftercare after a breast augmentation , we have developed our Rapid Recovery concept, which can also be used modified after other aesthetic procedures. With this approach, we ensure that the healing process runs optimally. Many patients ultimately choose our Clinic for Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery in Böblingen near Stuttgart because we specialize in low-bleeding and thus gentle breast surgery – also known as “24 Hour Recovery Breast Augmentation” in the Anglo-American world. The method enables us to completely dispense with drains, which goes hand in hand with more freedom of movement for patients as well as a pleasant and painless postoperative process. Another advantage of the procedure used is that neither a compression belt (Stuttgart belt) nor a special bra is necessary after the operation. This means fewer restrictions and more comfort for patients in the sensitive phase of recovery. Patients also benefit from a shorter operating time and usually experience little pain after the procedure, which contributes to a faster recovery – usually within 24 hours. Thus, they can return to their everyday lives within a very short time. Showering is allowed as early as the day after surgery, while Steristrip plasters should be left in the inframammary fold for 7-14 days. Depending on the suture material used, the superficial sutures must be removed after two to three weeks or the suture ends must be cut off. After the operation, there may be painful swelling in the rib area, which can last about six weeks. Sleeping with a slightly elevated upper body and lymphatic drainage can accelerate the reduction of swelling. In the first few weeks or months after the operation, hardening of the scars under the breast may be noticeable. A scar massage can help to improve. The nipples may be numb or hypersensitive for a few months after surgery. In the first six weeks after the operation, no sports should be done, especially no training of the pectoral large muscle. However, light activity, especially regular lateral lifting of the arms, is desirable as long as it does not cause pain. Heavy loads should be avoided so as not to impair the healing process. The shape of the breasts will still change after the operation and will only be completed after about a year. During this time, the implants stabilize and the breasts adapt to the new situation.

Check-up appointments are usually scheduled after three weeks as well as after three, six and twelve months. However, you can always get in touch with us if you feel that something is wrong. You should definitely report if you get a fever (over 38°C), your chest hurts badly, swells massively, fluid leaks from the wound or the wound does not heal properly. You will receive detailed information from us as well as the telephone number of Dr. Constantinescu, where our expert can also be reached outside office hours.