How long before my breast augmentation surgery should I

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Answered by Matthew J. Walker, MD, 07/08/2023 02:56

Quitting smoking is crucial before undergoing any aesthetic surgery. I advise patients to stop smoking at least three months prior to their consultation. This may seem like an extended timeframe, but it allows individuals to establish a smoke-free habit and reduce the likelihood of relapse during the stressful period of surgery and recovery.
Answered by MICHAEL K. ANDREWS, MD, 07/08/2023 02:56

Stopping smoking before surgery is crucial, as it helps decrease lung secretions and improves airway function for anesthesia. Nicotine-induced blood vessel spasms can interfere with healing by disrupting blood supply to the skin. It is essential to quit nicotine in all forms (gum, patches, cigarettes, etc.) for a minimum of 8 weeks before procedures that can compromise blood supply, such as facelift, breast lift, and tummy tuck. Breast augmentation carries a lower risk to blood supply, so it is advisable to follow the guidelines provided by the surgeon you choose, but a minimum of 5 weeks is usually recommended.

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