When should I stop smoking marijuana before BBL surgery?

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Paul W. Papillion, MD · Answer

Hello...the answer is as soon as possible. Smoking will harm your results. You will lose fat if you smoke. Even after several months...if you resume smoking...you will lose fat. But the good news is you should still keep your overall shape from the liposuction...so its not a total loss.Dr P

Nidia H. De Jesus, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question. 
With recreational marijuana now legal in several states across the country, it's important to keep in mind that smoking cigarettes and marijuana can adversely impact healing after any surgical procedure. When considering when to stop smoking before a BBL, it is generally advised to stop 6 weeks before and not resume until at least 3 weeks after surgery. Nonetheless, it's always best to check in with your surgeon and follow his/her recommendations to ensure the best possible results. Best wishes!

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I recommend smoking cessation 4 weeks prior to procedure and 6 weeks after procedure. Best of luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I have my patients stop smoking at least 2-4 weeks prior to surgery and to remain off of them for several weeks after or until they healed.

John Sampson, MD (license obligations) · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. While some surgeons will move forward with surgery on patients who test positive for marijuana, the majority will not. Marijuana takes over 30 days to leave the system, I recommend stopping 6 weeks prior to surgery.Good luck to you!

When should I stop smoking marijuana before BBL surgery?

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Answer: SMOKING AND BBL

Answer: SMOKING AND BBL

Answer: Depends on the Surgeon

Answer: Depends on the Surgeon

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When should I stop smoking marijuana before BBL surgery?

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Answer: SMOKING AND BBL

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Answer: Depends on the Surgeon

Answer: Depends on the Surgeon

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