Breast Fat Transfer Recovery
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How long is recovery after fat grafting to the breasts?
Recovery after fat transfer will depend on whether the procedure is performed in conjunction with a breast augmentation mammoplasty. For more information about recovery with breast augmentation mammoplasty click here. As a standalone procedure, recovery after fat transfer to the breast is roughly 1-3 weeks.
How long should I take off work?
It is recommended that patients take one week off work for most occupations. If your job requires you to engage in any strenuous activity or heavy lifting you should seek exemption from these activities for three to six weeks. You should also ensure that you are no longer on the stronger painkillers before returning to work.
How long after fat transfer breast augmentation mammoplasty can I start driving again?
Dr. Richardson recommends that patients refrain from driving for one week. The primary reason is due to the likelihood of the patient still being on painkillers during this week. The secondary reason is to avoid any upper body strain in the early stages of recovery and avoid any dangerous situations that may arise from restricted mobility in the upper body.
How long until I can get back to the gym after fat transfer?
Dr. Richardson recommends that patients who are having breast revision surgery proceed with caution when returning to the gym. The main consideration for patients wanting to get back to the gym is you should not engage in any physical activity that significantly elevates your heart rate for the first six weeks after surgery. This is to ensure the safety of the patient and optimal healing. After one week patients are able to return to light walking around the block at very manageable pace. After three weeks patients are able to go back to the gym and resume light lower body exercise- nothing that engages the upper body. After six weeks patients can return to any and all normal exercise including weightlifting.
How long until I can go swimming?
Dr. Richardson says that after three weeks fat grafting patients are able to submerge themselves in the pool or ocean but should avoid actual swimming or going into any deep waters for three to six weeks.
How painful is fat transfer to the breasts?
The majority of pain after fat grafting will be in the areas where liposuction was performed. These areas can be tender, bruised, and ache. This can be well-managed with painkillers and adequate rest and recovery.
Do you have questions about fat transfer breast augmentation mammoplasty? Are you interested in fat transfer breast augmentation mammoplasty in Brisbane? Contact Dr. Richardson’s team to obtain a detailed information pack.
