Plastic Surgery: Before and After28 Kesä 2020

What Is Breast Augmentation Recovery Like?

Breast augmentation recovery varies, and adding a breast lift can extend the early healing period. Returning to a desk job and resuming exercise are separate milestones.

In this short June 28, 2020 episode of Plastic Surgery: Before and After, board-certified New York City plastic surgeon Darren M. Smith, MD describes early recovery examples from his practice.

Key takeaways

💼 Work and leave

The discussion focuses on early time away from desk work.

🗓️ Exercise and recovery

Dr. Smith describes soreness and a period of exercise restriction.

🧩 Combined procedures

He allows more recovery time when a breast lift is combined with augmentation because more tissue is involved.

💬 Questions answered

Does everyone return to work after 48 hours?

No. The recording's short return-to-work example is a historical practice observation, not a guarantee. Your procedure, recovery and job duties determine the appropriate plan.

Does returning to work mean I can exercise?

No. The episode treats those decisions separately. Obtain your surgeon's current clearance for exercise, especially upper-body activity.

🎧 Episode chapters

00:36 — Early recovery and desk-work examples

01:21 — How adding a breast lift changes recovery

🔗 Related information

Explore breast augmentation recovery information, breast lift information, or request a consultation with Dr. Smith in New York City.

About the host — current biography

Darren M. Smith, MD, FACS specializes in mommy makeover surgery, breast surgery, and body contouring in Manhattan. He was named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2026 and has co-authored authoritative peer-reviewed publications on combined breast surgery and abdominoplasty and the surgical care of postpartum patients.

Originally released June 28, 2020. Show notes updated September 30, 2026. This is general education. Current recommendations, suitability, risks and expected results require an individual assessment.

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