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How long is the recovery period after a breast lift?

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2 weeks: Depending on your job you can go back to work in two weeks. No bouncing excercises for 6 weeks.

Answered 8/27/2013

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Dr. Janet Turkle answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

A few weeks: One can usually be able to work at a desk job and do light activities within a week after surgery. It is not advisable to stress the wounds with vigorous exercise or heavy use of the arms for approximately six weeks after surgery in order to allow adequate healing to have occurred.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Varies.: Every patient experiences a different recovery. After breast lifting surgery. Generally speaking, this operation tends to be very well tolerated compared to other types of surgery. Most patients are able to return to a desk job in approximately one week; heavy lifting/ strenuous exercise may have to wait for 4 to 6 weeks.

Answered 3/29/2013

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2-3 weeks: This will vary with the extent of the lift and this could involve minimal recovery in the range of 10 days or up to 6 weeks if combined with implants.

Answered 7/17/2013

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Most people: Feel pretty good after 7-10 days, but we ask you to "take it easy" to avoid any problems with in the incisions for about 6-8 weeks.

Answered 7/14/2013

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Hi! Recovery time varies from patient to patient. It typically takes up to 6 weeks, but after 1-2 weeks, you will be allowed to gradually return to your normal daily routine and even do light physical activities. If all things to well during your recovery, you may be cleared to resume the majority of your regular activities by 5-6 weeks.

Answered 6/20/2022

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