How long does breast augmentation surgery require reexamination?
Breast augmentation surgery is a common plastic surgery, which aims to improve the shape of the chest and increase its fullness. The postoperative reexamination is very important, which is helpful to evaluate the surgical effect and deal with any complications in time. So, how long after breast augmentation surgery need to be reviewed? The following is detailed from different aspects.
Appearance restoration
After breast augmentation surgery, the chest will experience a certain recovery period. At this time, attention should be paid to the changes in the appearance of the chest. Generally speaking, 2 to 3 weeks after the operation, the chest will gradually return to nature, and the swelling and pain will gradually reduce. This stage is the process of body tissue repair and adjustment, so it is recommended that the first reexamination should be carried out about 3 weeks after the operation. The doctor should check the appearance of the chest and evaluate the surgical effect.
If there is abnormal swelling, blood stasis, redness and swelling after surgery, it may be necessary to recheck in advance to avoid complications. Some hospitals will arrange an initial reexamination one week after the operation, so that postoperative discomfort can be found and handled in a timely manner.
During the reexamination, the doctor will also remind the patient to avoid some specific activities and physical labor to avoid adverse effects on postoperative recovery. During the reexamination, the doctor will also inform the patient of postoperative nursing matters and wear suggestions to help the patient recover better.
Prevention of postoperative complications
The purpose of reexamination is not only to observe the recovery of chest appearance, but also to check the occurrence of complications. Breast infection, breast sclerosis, prosthesis displacement and other complications may occur during breast augmentation surgery. During reexamination, the doctor will carefully check the wound healing, breast tenderness, redness, swelling, temperature and other indicators, as well as whether the position and shape of breast augmentation prosthesis are normal.
In terms of prevention of complications, after breast augmentation surgery, doctors will instruct patients to use antibiotics, detumescence drugs, sticking wound stickers and other auxiliary treatment methods, and also require patients to strictly follow the postoperative nursing guidance, and try to avoid strenuous exercise, weight lifting, chest compression during sleep and other behaviors that are not conducive to wound healing. One of the purposes of reexamination is to evaluate the postoperative recovery, and to find and deal with complications in a timely manner.
Psychological adjustment
Breast augmentation surgery is a kind of surgery to change their own image, so it is very important for psychological adjustment after surgery. Recheck is not only for physical recovery, but also for the patient's inner adjustment.
During the reexamination, the doctor will patiently listen to the patient's feelings and doubts, and will give positive suggestions and encouragement to the patient's possible dissatisfaction or anxiety. Some breast augmentation surgery hospitals also have special psychological tutors to help patients adapt to changes after surgery.
Review cycle and summary
The length of follow-up period after breast augmentation surgery depends on individual conditions. Postoperative reexamination is mainly divided into early reexamination and regular reexamination. Early reexamination is mainly conducted 1 to 3 weeks after the operation to observe the recovery and prevent complications. Regular reexamination is generally conducted 3 to 6 months after the operation to evaluate the effect of the operation and further guide follow-up care.
In conclusion, the reexamination after breast augmentation surgery is very important for postoperative recovery and complication prevention. Through reexamination, doctors can provide scientific guidance and timely treatment for patients to ensure the beauty and safety of the surgical effect. At the same time, reexamination is also helpful to help patients gradually adjust their mentality and adapt to the new life after surgery. Therefore, it is recommended that the initial reexamination should be carried out at a proper time after the operation, and the follow-up reexamination should be carried out according to the doctor's suggestions to achieve the best surgical effect.
