Smoking and Alcohol Consumption After A Faceliftzg Operation

Although alcohol consumption does not have a major effect on the results of a face lift surgery, it is advisable to avoid a period before and after surgery. Smoking is very different. It may create radical effects on the recovery and the results to be gained after surgery.

Smokers are at a higher risk of rare, major complications during and after surgery. Facelift surgeries are safe procedures for healthy patients, but smokers are more at risk for a cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, and complications from anesthesia. Smoking increases inflammation and reduces the number of white blood cells, which are factors that increase these risks.

Smoking do not only adversely affect the operation itself, also the healing process afterwards as well. Smoking shrinks blood vessels, reduces blood circulation, and prevents oxygen from circulating efficiently in the body. This may lead to a delayed, poor recovery. It may also cause swelling, necrosi, and increased risk of infection. Smokers may be more prone to developing more scar tissue after a facelift surgery.

Although it is not as dangerous as smoking after a facelift surgery, alcohol consumption during the recovery period can be dangerous and may affect healing for some reasons. Alcohol may interfere with the prescribed medication. Because of its blood thinning effects, it can prevent proper healing and increase the risk of bleeding. It can also cause the body to retain fluids and thus increase swelling. Intensive alcohol consumption after surgery may cause prolonged swelling.

Depending on your individual medical history and health conditions, there may be additional reasons to avoid smoking and drinking alcohol before and after your faceliftsurgery. You should discuss this with your doctor in detail. At least for the minimum periods that your doctor recommends, you should limit your smoking and alcohol intake before and after your surgery. For those who have a hard time quitting smoking, a facelift surgery can be a nice excuse and motivation.