Breasts are among the most important features of body for
women and shapely and firm breasts are considered sign of feminity and
perfection. But with aging changes occur in the breasts that affect their shape
and size. The most common change that occurs in the breasts is sagginess. Breast
lift surgery is helpful and beneficial for women who are having this problem. The
surgery addresses uneven and saggy breasts , droopy nipples and stretched
areolas and gives breasts a youthful shape and look. Every year a large number
of women undergo breast lift surgery without experiencing any major problems
and are pleased with the results.
Breast lift surgery no doubt gives successful and beneficial
results but the procedure has some requirements for this purpose. First of all
you should select an experienced surgeon and reputable clinic providing up to
date facilities. You should also know about the dos and don’ts associated with
the surgery. You should be well prepared for the surgery and should know about
tests, prescriptions and post surgical care to get optimal results. Though,
your surgeon guides you about all the factors associated with surgery but here
are some general preparatory steps for the surgery.
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If you are smoker, you will have to quit smoking
at least two weeks before as well as after the surgery. This is because
nicotine and other harmful substances in the smoke of cigarettes delay the
healing of wounds and infections may also be caused.
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If you are taking any medications, these
prescriptions must be in the knowledge of your surgeon because he or she will
either advise you to stop these medications or will make alterations in the prescriptions.
Don’t resume taking these medications till your surgeon considers it safe for
you. Certain medications like aspirin and anti inflammatory drugs and herbal
supplements are prohibited.
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When it comes to your diet, you should go for
the food containing plenty of minerals, proteins and vitamins that are helpful for
healing process.
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Lab tests and medical evaluation will be done
before surgery, so, you should be prepared for this also. If you had any
surgery previously or have some major disease, this should be in knowledge of
your surgeon.
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You should also get baseline mammogram before
and after the surgery to detect any changes in the breast tissues. Mammography
is the process of examining breast using low energy x-rays and is used as screening
tool.
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Make it sure also to arrange for some care taker
for yourself because after the surgery, you will have to restrain yourself from
some activities even from driving. So, there should be someone to drive you to
home and take your care there.
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Before and as well as after the surgery, you
should avoid vigorous activities and exercises. However, you can go for mild
exercises before breast lift surgery.
