A 44-year-old member asked:
how long after having breast reduction surgery will i know my final bra size?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Timothy Mountcastle answered
Plastic Surgery 22 years experience
2-3 months: It takes a while for the swelling to go down after reduction mammoplasty.
5716 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Greg Sexton answered
Plastic Surgery 39 years experience
3-4 months: Although size will not change much after 2-4 weeks, the shape will change. I tell my patients not to spend money on expensive bras for the first 6 months.
5712 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Tom Pousti answered
Specializes in Plastic Surgery
Several Months.: I would suggest waiting 3 to 4 months before spending money on expensive bras. The breasts will continue to change during the first year after breast reduction surgery but the majority of the changes will occur within the first few months.
5112 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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