How long before breast augmentation surgery do I have to stop smoking?
I am having breast augmentation surgery on 11/07/07. I have to go to my pre-op testing on Saturday and I am scared if I tell them I smoke they won’t do the surgery. Obviously, there are some people who have this done that smoke, so how far in advance do I have to stop?
You should have already stopped. You will heal MUCH slower and smokers tend to have more complications during the healing process.
One week before. My friend smokes and she had surgery last year…she had to quit one week before the surgery. Don’t be scared to tell them you smoke. You really need to tell them. They probably need to know.
Stop ASAP! It really impedes your bodies ability to heal itself! There are people that do it all the time that smoke, but your Dr would be in the wrong if he/she did not try to let you know how important this can be to your recovery!! Even cutting back is better than nothing. You are having a MAJOR surgery- please consider completely quitting (I know it’s hard, I have been there) or postponing until you are able to. This procedure is no walk in the park for completely healthy non-smokers. Allow yourself the best chance for a quick recovery!!
I watched DR 90210 and there was a girl on there that smoked. she had to quit a few weeks prior to surgery because while you are under you could have breathing issues. Its best that they know so they are prepared. It wont be an issue at all, but if you DONT tell them then you can wind up hurting yourself in the long run and they will also be upset with you.
Good luck i am got mine done last year
You are supposed to stop 7 days before any surgery.