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Published on December 2024
Sleep Better After Gynecomastia Surgery
The road to optimal results doesn’t end in the operating room—it continues through your recovery process. Sleep is a powerful tool in your healing journey after any surgery; it helps reduce discomfort, minimizes swelling, and accelerates tissue repair. Our team at HIM Plastic Surgery in Dallas, TX, will provide valuable insights on sleeping safely and effectively during your gynecomastia surgery recovery. By following your surgeon’s recommendations on sleep positions and recovery techniques, you can support your body’s natural healing process and achieve the best possible outcome from your surgery.
Tips for Better Sleep
- Sleep on your back: During gynecomastia surgery recovery, our team recommends sleeping on your back while keeping your upper body elevated between a 30 and 45-degree angle with pillows. This position helps prevent excessive pressure on your chest and promotes better circulation, which can reduce swelling. Sleeping in a recliner or couch can help maintain an optimal sleeping position during recovery.
- Use firm pillows: We strongly encourage you to utilize supportive, firm pillows to keep your head aligned and ensure comfort throughout the night. Body pillows can also provide additional support and help prevent you from rolling onto your stomach or side while you sleep.
- Wear your compression garments: Continue wearing your compression garments after surgery to help reduce swelling, minimize bruising, and support the healing process. They also ensure that your skin will conform to its new shape and prevent complications like seromas.
- Maintain your sleep routine: Consistency in sleep is very important to the healing process. Try going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, and avoid stimulants such as electronics and caffeine before bedtime, as they can interfere with your ability to fall asleep.
- AVOID side or stomach sleeping: Sleeping on your side or stomach can put pressure on your chest, potentially compromising the surgical site and causing discomfort. Avoiding these positions until your surgeon clears you to resume them is crucial.
Why Choose HIM Plastic Surgery?
At HIM Plastic Surgery, our mission is to empower men to look and feel their best by providing top-tier, specialized plastic surgery services tailored exclusively for them. Our skilled surgical team combines expert techniques with personalized care to help every man who walks through our doors feel more confident and improve his quality of life. We focus on tailoring each treatment plan to meet individual needs, ensuring natural and harmonious results. Our goal is to provide a comfortable, male-friendly environment equipped with the latest technology to guarantee the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.
Schedule A Consultation
Gynecomastia surgery is the best solution for men in the Dallas area and beyond who struggle with gynecomastia tissue and wish to improve the appearance of their chest. Schedule your gynecomastia consultation by calling HIM Plastic Surgery at (469) 507-3446 or using our consultation request form, and a concierge team member will contact you promptly.
