Breast Surgery Blog in Korea
Evidence-based guides on augmentation, revision surgery, implant selection, recovery, capsular contracture, and incision options, from UNE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul.
Recovery
Post-op Bra Guide After Breast Augmentation
Which bra and when after augmentation: a compression bra 24/7 for 4 weeks, a sports bra to about 5 months, a normal bra after, and underwire only after 6 months. Why the garment matters, the schedule, and warning signs.
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Breast Augmentation and Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding after augmentation is usually possible, with a slightly lower success rate. Three studies (63-93% success), the incision-position myth, whether silicone reaches milk (formula is 80x higher), plane, and pre-op disclosure, with cited studies.
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Breast Augmentation Recovery: The Four Tracks
Recovery moves as four tracks at different speeds: pain in days, swelling in a month, shape in 3-6 months, plus a stage timeline, exercise by type, swelling vs contracture, and warning signs, with cited studies.
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Breast Augmentation Recovery in Korea — Week-by-Week Guide
A clinical breakdown of breast augmentation recovery, from day 1 through 1 year. Covers pain, swelling, drain output, activity restrictions, and follow-up imaging.
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Who writes the medical content on this site?
Articles are written and reviewed by Dr. Kim Uigeon, a board-certified plastic surgeon at UNE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, who practises in breast surgery only. Where an article reports findings from published research, the study is named so that readers can check the source. Clinical opinion is separated from study findings in the text.
Can these articles replace a consultation?
No. The articles explain general principles, published evidence and the trade-offs between options. They cannot assess chest width, tissue thickness, skin elasticity or medical history, which are what determine whether a given technique or implant is appropriate. Any plan, timeline or expected result has to be confirmed by examination at a consultation.