Recovery after tuberous breast correction surgery will vary with the severity of the patient’s condition. You will receive specific instructions for aftercare and recuperation when you meet with Dr. Cohen for your final preoperative appointment. You may need to wear a surgical support bra for the first week. Generally, patients are ready to return to work or school in about a week. If your job is physically demanding, you may need additional recovery time. This procedure involves opening up the breast tissue and skin, which typically results in more swelling than a typical breast augmentation or breast lift. Compared to those procedures, it may take more time for the swelling to dissipate and for your final results to become apparent.