What is a pain pump?
A pain pump greatly reduces the post-operative discomfort after breast augmentation. The pain pump is placed during surgery. It is a small tube that comes out of each side of the breast and connects to a canister. It slowly drips an anesthetic or numbing agent into the pocket where the implant is placed. It is non-narcotic and minimizes your need for narcotic pain pills, which also minimizes your risk of nausea. The medication lasts 2½ to 3 days and is then removed during a short appointment at our office in Santa Barbara . After breast enlargement (augmentation) surgery, a pain pump can greatly improve your overall recovery experience.
