Smoking

Because nicotine causes blood vessels to narrow and impairs circulation, which distinctly slows the healing process and raises the risk of infection, it is recommended that you refrain from smoking prior to, after your operation, and during the postoperative healing phase.

For the well-being of the patient undergoing a major operation such as a facelift or abdominoplasty, it is advised to refrain from smoking at least four weeks before and four weeks after the operation. Responsible surgeons will strongly advise you to follow this recommendation.