1. Anamnesis: An appointment with the healthcare professional is scheduled to assess and propose the ideal treatment.
2. Clinical tests: The doctor will ask for blood tests and an electrocardiogram, which are required before the surgery.
3. Hospitalization and surgery: The surgery usually lasts 2 hours. The patient tends to stay up to 12 hours in the hospital.
4. Post-surgery: In the first 24 hours after the surgery, it is recommended that the patient lie down with the torso elevated at a 30-degree angle or be seated. In the first 30 days, a post-surgical bra must be worn 24 hours a day and removed only at bath time. After that, the recommendation is that the patient keep wearing the post-surgical bra for another 30 days just to sleep. These guidelines are extremely important, as the purpose of the surgical bra is to reduce swelling, provide support and shape the breasts.
5. Final recommendations:

– Do not lie on your stomach or on your side. Using pillows to elevate the torso can make the position more comfortable;

– Avoid exposing the operated area to the sun for at least three months;

– Avoid wide movements of the arms and do not lift them above the shoulders in the first two weeks, because, when the arms are moved, the breast muscles also move;

– Do not lift or carry weight;

– Perform massage and lymphatic drainage as directed by your doctor;

– Maintain a balanced diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, and white meat. And avoid sweets, fried foods, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages;