One of the most exciting things after getting a breast augmentation is clothes shopping and finding new outfits that show off your new curves. As summer approaches, finding a new swimsuit is often at the top of the shopping list. While you may be eager to show off your new curves, choosing a swimsuit after breast augmentation is not just about how it looks, but also about providing the extra breast support your new implants need.
When to Buy a Swimsuit?
While you may be eager to hit the stores and find that new bikini that you never would have considered before implants, you may have to wait a little bit longer. If you are in the first few months after your breast augmentation procedure, your breasts are still settling into their ideal position. Rushing out to buy a swimsuit at this stage may result in a poor fit later. In addition, swimming after breast augmentation isn’t an option until your incisions have completely closed and your surgeon has given the all-clear, so it is often better to wait for at least a month or so after your procedure.
Finding Suits with Support and Coverage
When it’s finally time to hit the stores for a new swimsuit, there are some things to consider. While you may be looking for a swimsuit style that shows off your new curves, you also want to look for certain features that offer your new implants support and coverage. Do you want a tankini or a banded halter? Can you have a swimsuit with an underwire? Will that itsy, bitsy, teenie, weenie bikini offer enough support? Let’s look at some top swimsuit styles and how they add up.
Swimsuit Style Pros and Cons
Not every swimsuit is made the same and, while they may look good, not every swimsuit will support and cover your new breasts in the best way. Here we look at some of the top swimsuit options and how they work for those with breast implants.
- Tankinis -If you are looking for a comfortable swimsuit top that provides optimal support, the tankini may be the best choice. These swimsuits are often designed like a sports bra, providing adequate coverage and support. In addition, straps are often wider, helping to distribute weight evenly and provide additional comfort.
- Underwire Tops – Underwire swimsuit tops offer quality support for your new breasts, however, these tops should not be chosen until your incisions are completely healed and your surgeon approves the use of underwire. If used too soon during breast augmentation recovery, these can cause pressure on the incision which can increase your risk of scarring.
- Halter Tops – Halter top swimsuits offer the most support of all bikini tops, especially ones with wider straps that close with a clip instead of tying. This style provides great lift and support to your new implants while also providing comfort and style.
- Triangle or Spaghetti Tops – While you may find the simple triangle bikini tops with thin spaghetti straps appealing and perfect to show off your new breasts, they do not provide any breast support and are not recommended for anything besides lying poolside and relaxing.
- Bandeau Tops – Bandeau bikini tops are simple band-like tops that go around the breasts, often with no straps. While these may be okay for smaller breasts, they can often make breasts look droopy or give you a uni-boob appearance while providing little to no support. Oh, and they can lead to embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions.
Swimsuit shopping after breast augmentation can be an exciting adventure, but if you still have questions, our team of experts at Castellano Cosmetic Surgery Center can help. Whether you have breast augmentation questions or are wondering if a swimsuit is the right match for your new implants, we can help you find the answers you need. Call 813-872-6093 today to schedule your consultation and we can help you prepare for swimsuit season.
Author: Dr. Joseph Castellano
Dr. Joseph Castellano is a native Floridian who grew up in the Tampa Bay area. After medical school and residency, Dr. Castellano returned home and has opened a practice in Tampa, Florida focusing on breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, liposuction, facelift, and eyelid rejuvenation. He is a member of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, American College of Surgeons, and American Medical Association
