Following the cosmetic surgery you will experience some swelling and occasionally bruising of the breasts. The bruising usually lasts about 2 weeks. While most of the swelling will have dissipated by this time, some subtle swelling may still be present for up to 4-6 months. Although preoperative markings always try to ensure that both nipples are placed in exactly the same position, natural tension forces within scars may however stretch these slightly which could result in unevenly positioned or shaped nipples postoperatively (always however take into consideration that normal breasts naturally have differences anyway!). If this is significant then corrective surgery-usually under local anaesthetic- will be able to remedy this. Whilst the techniques used by the Mr. Solomos ensures the best possible continuity between the breast and nipples, thus increasing the possibility of breast-feeding after breast uplift surgery, this cannot however be guaranteed. After cosmetic surgery you may notice that the breasts feel quite firm and taut, particularly along the edges of the incision site. This will be as a result of the normal healing process laying down elements of scar tissue to facilitate healing. When this occurs, massage as instructed by your surgeon will speed up the recovery. It gradually resolves in time but may take a few months to complete. You may also notice in the first few weeks that your breasts appear unnaturally high and very propped up. Don’t despair as gravity always loosens them up quickly and brings them back to a more natural, desirable level. You should expect the sensation to the skin in the nipples and surrounding skin to be reduced after cosmetic surgery. This is as a result of surgical trauma to the nerves in the region. Although this usually recovers in a few months, permanent numbness may conceivably ensue.