Knowing what to expect during the mammogram can help you decide on what outfit is most appropriate. During the procedure, each breast is placed on a breast support table. The mammographer will then compress them to extend out the breast tissue. There's nothing fun about the mammogram, but luckily it does not take long, with most women being out in less than an hour.

The test does require the removal of the top and bra, so loose-fitting clothes will allow you to get undressed quickly. Wearing pants is fine, as you'll be given a gown, but even these should still be roomy. Many casual dresses are loose-fitting, but they aren't exactly recommended for mammogram appointments. As if the process isn't uncomfortable enough, stripping out of a dress down to your undies in front of the medical staff may only heighten your stress.

Since a mammogram involves squeezing the breasts, there may be some pain afterward. This is another reason why tight clothes won't be in your best interests. A compressed shirt could cause pain in the area that was squeezed.