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What is Symmastia?

The Thongbra® is the original post surgery bra designed to be used during recovery following surgery for symmastia. The Thongbra® was designed and developed by a woman who had symmastia in 1999. Following her surgery to correct symmastia with Dr. Thomas DeWire (retired) she realized she needed support in the cleavage area during daily activity and light lifting as she felt a constant pulling in her cleavage area. She tried several different types of bras stuffed with gauze and even a sports bra worn backwards to help keep her cleavage in place and eliminate the chance of tearing tissues at the surgical point. The gauze moved about during the day and needed constant adjustment. The backwards sports bra was too short, pushed up on the breasts and did not really give enough support to her cleavage. She had a slightly indented chest wall and there was just not enough consistent pressure on the surgical point. After many design changes she created the Thongbra® which has a padded insert in the cleavage area and Velcro closures at the shoulders and sides which makes it a One Size Fits All garment. Over the years women on breast augmentation sites found out about the Thongbra® and started e-mailing her to make them. Until 2008 it has never been advertised, all sales have come from word of mouth and they have been sold all over the world to doctors and patients.

Why a Thongbra®?

The Thongbra® was designed to do what no other post surgery garment does; provide constant support to the cleavage area. Following surgery many doctors recommend some type of support to hold the surgical site securely while scar tissue forms and many recommend using the Thongbra®. The Thongbra® name has been trademarked and a patent issued in 2009 for its unique design. The latest design provides the consistent pressure needed yet provides it with a high level of comfort. The Thongbra® is not really a bra at all but a post surgical compression garment which acts with a bow effect creating pressure from front to back and is worn between the breasts to keep constant pressure on the cleavage area during the healing process. Every Thongbra® is truly handmade of the finest quality materials to provide both comfort and support while keeping the breasts separated. The Thongbra® comes in three colors, white, black and beige and is fully adjustable to fit all sizes. Plastic surgeons have found the Thongbra® to be a useful tool for post symmastia surgery as well as for mastectomy patients undergoing breast reconstruction and it is used prophylactically for women with a shallow or "tented" cleavage.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

  1. How long should I wear the Thongbra®? Most plastic surgeons recommend 8 weeks 24/7. However, many patients feel they still need some support after that time and slowly wean themselves off of the Thongbra® over a period of a few months. Since every patient is unique, we recommend that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice.
  2. Why does it cost so much? Each Thongbra® is handmade in the USA of the finest materials to give constant support and pressure on the cleavage area. The Thongbra® is a post surgical support garment designed for a specific purpose; it holds the cleavage in place and keeps the breasts separated. We have continued to improve the design and implement new materials that are comfortable yet maintain even pressure during the healing process. It will not lose its resiliency or permit permanent deformation. The base cost for a Thongbra® is $125.00.
  3. Is it machine washable?The best way to wash the Thongbra® is by hand, but it can be washed in a garment bag on the gentle cycle using cold water. The Thongbra® should be line dried due to its elastic properties. We do not recommend it be placed in the dryer.
  4. Is the Thongbra® guaranteed? The Thongbra® is guaranteed against any signs of poor workmanship or fabric failure. It is not guaranteed to fix symmastia. That depends on the surgical procedure that is used and many other variables.
  5. Where can I find more information on the surgical procedure for symmastia? A great site that has very useful information you will find helpful is www.justbreastimplants.com created by Nikki who also has been helping women find information about breast implants and complications for many many years.
  6. What size do I order? The Thongbra® is completely adjustable. The one size will fit most patients with a 27 inch to a 40 inch chest measurement and any height from 4 ft 10 inches to 6 ft 2 inches.
  7. What colors are available? The Thongbra® is available in White, Beige and Black.
  8. How will my USA Domestic order be shipped? Orders are shipped via the U.S. Post Office and are fully insured. Priority Mail orders are processed within two business days; Express Mail orders are processed within 24 hours. Priority Mail is a 2-3 day delivery once your order and payment has been received. Express Mail is a next day delivery to most locations once your order and payment has been received.
  9. How will my International order be shipped? International Priority Mail is shipped within 2 business days after payment is received and is a 6-10 day delivery. Customs may delay delivery beyond the 6-10 day period. International Express Mail is shipped within one business day after payment is received and is a 3-5 day delivery. Customs may delay delivery beyond the 3- 5 day period.
  10. Since the Thongbra® is a medical garment returns are offered only if the Thongbra has not been worn. If it is determined to have not been worn and can be resold, a refund will be issued less shipping and handling costs. If you desire to return the Thongbra® please contact us first for return procedures. If you have any other questions please write to us at: thongbra@yahoo.com

Thongbra® Testimonials

Yes! The Thongbra fits excellent. I love it :) Thank you so much for developing this awesome medical device for us women who had to go through a symmastia repair. As for my healing, the doctor said I am doing great (probably because of the awesome thong bra), the pressure that it gives in the cleavage area is perfect. Aisha

I just want to say a huge Thank you! I received myThongbra in the post this morning. I can already see a difference from just wearing it for a few hours. I will thoroughly recommend the Thongbra should I hear of anybody unfortunately developing Symmastia through breast augmentation! Jenny

Wow! Alot of love and personal attention goes into the Thongbra! I feel and see the personal touch. Even the way you nestled the divider so it won't dig in and irritate my very thin tissue that was reconstructed. Keep up all the loving thoughtful touches. It means alot when someone isn't feeling 100%. Warm regards, Margie

I received the Thongbra and everything is perfect! The reason I am writing is to compliment you on the packaging of your product. Excellent presentation with a very personal touch very nicely done! So, I couldn't help but take a moment to compliment your beautiful work. Have a great weekend, Nicole

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