Depending on your surgery, your surgeon may or may not want you to wear a bra. After most implant-based reconstruction, you are provided with a surgical bra that covers your surgical site from the operating room. A surgical bra can help hold your drains in place while providing support and helping you be comfortable. After flap-based surgery, you will likely not wear a bra, but ask your surgeon if you should. After your drains have been removed, talk with your doctor or nurse about what type of bra is best for you. If you wear your own bra, it should be comfortable and not too tight. You should not wear a bra with an underwire. While you’re healing from your surgery or going through the different stages of breast reconstruction, your bra can be padded to help balance your appearance. You can also get a breast prosthesis from the Breast Boutique at the Evelyn H. Lauder Breast Center. The Breast Boutique is located at 300 East 66th Street, at Second Avenue. To reach the boutique, call 646-888-5330.