What Should You Wear on Breast Surgery Day?
Front-opening tops, loose waistbands, flat shoes — dressing for the ride home matters more than dressing for arrival.
After augmentation, raising the arms overhead is the single motion patients most want to avoid, so a shirt that buttons or zips in front beats anything that pulls over the head. Add loose trousers, slip-on flat shoes, and skip makeup, contact lenses, and accessories on the day.
Small choices that ease the trip home
Recovery rooms are cool, so a light cardigan that drapes over the shoulders helps. Leave valuables at home, bring the paperwork and ID the clinic listed, and pack a surgical bra only if the clinic asked you to — many provide one in the operating room.
Swelling and arm mobility right after surgery vary by individual and by technique, so some people manage a zip hoodie easily while others want help. If you are unsure what to bring, ask for the checklist at the pre-surgery consult with the clinic coordinator.
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