Virginia Breast Augmentation Blog

Once you have recovered from your breast augmentation surgery, you may be delighted with how well your new breasts support themselves. You might be tempted to think that now you don't need a bra. Although breast implants do support themselves better than natural breast tissue, it is important that you continue wearing a well-fitting bra. Giving your breasts extra support will help keep them looking their best for years to come. See our page for detailed advice on Selecting a Bra after Your Breast Augmentation Surgery.

To make sure your breasts look their best in every situation, build up your essential bra wardrobe, including:

• Everyday bra--fit for comfort, function and full support. Get three or more so you can rotate them. Be aware of their stretching elastic and replace regularly
• Push up bra--less necessary now than before your surgery, but still called-for on days when you want a little extra extra.
• Minimizer bra--most days you will be delighted with your new breasts, but some days and some outfits (especially button-up shirts that can pull and gap at the bustline) call for a little less, and that's when you will go to your minimizer.
• Sports bra--exercise is hard on your breasts, and a well-fitting and supportive exercise bra is crucial to maintaining your results. Replace regularly as the elastic wears out and the bra provides less support.
• Convertible bra--most of us don't need a full-time strapless bra, but a convertible bra can be your go-to bra on days when your outfit calls for a different strap configuration.

Once you've got the essentials down, consider adding some of these special-occasion bras that can complement any outfit or mood:

• Demi cup bra--exposes more of the top of the breast, making it ideal for low-cut square or scoop neck outfits
• Lacy--wearing a lacy bra under your outfit can help you feel more feminine and can be a great pick-me-up for days when you feel just a little "blah." Not to mention men love them.
• Shelf bra--speaking of men, if you are looking for the ideal bra to "debut" the results of your breast augmentation to your husband or boyfriend, consider a shelf bra.
• Backless bra--some formalwear calls for this style of low-backed bra

The delightful alternatives for bras after your breast augmentation are endlessly exciting. To learn more about how breast augmentation can change your look and your wardrobe options, please call or email the Austin-Weston Center for Cosmetic Surgery today.