How long should you not drink alcohol before surgery? I am an occasional drinker.

Each surgeon has their own recommendations on alcohol before and after surgery. I typically advise patients that they should avoid alcohol for a minimum of 2 weeks.  

This is something to discuss with your surgeon as surgeons have different opinions on this. For my patients I want them to stop a week or two before surgery. Good luck.

Thanks for your question. Patients should stop drinking alcohol a week or two before the surgery. Best person to advice you will be your specific surgeon. You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  A key quality indicator is Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Don’t settle for less than a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Your surgeon has very specific protocols for this. In my own practice I don't really care if the patient has a drink the night before the operation.

Thanks for your question. For an occasional drinker, you will not need to make much of a change. Some of my patients have a glass of wine the night before surgery and it has no effect. High consumption however can be a big problem. It is safest to not drink, but a small quantity should not be detrimental. Best of Luck!

Hello, thank you for your question. In our practice we recommend no alcohol for 3 days prior to surgery and no alcohol until medication is gone after surgery. Best of luck !

More information  : mahjouricosmeticsurgery .comTummy tucks/abdominoplsties are usually performed under sedation/general anesthesia. You should avoid using alcoholic beverages at least a day before your surgery.

Thank you for your question. I do not think there is any actual protocol on how long to stop drinking alcohol prior to surgery. Different surgeons have different protocols and therefore it is important for you to consult with your surgeon. In my  practice I usually have patients stop drinking alcohol one week prior to their surgery. 

hello, thanks for your question and provided information as well, you need to stop alcohol ingest 3-2 weeks before surgery. 

Please avoid alcohol for at least 2 weeks prior to elective surgery. Good luck and be well. 
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