How long should I wear my compression vest after gynecomastia surgery? And how long should I wait to smoke?

I usually recommend wearing compression for approximately 6 weeks after surgery. I feel this helps to speed up recovery, minimizes swelling, and allows the tissues to fuse back together properly. As far as the smoking, the best answer would be "never", but at the very least you should wait 6 weeks after surgery as cigarette smoke dramatically increases the risk of wound healing issues and infections.

 A compression garment is required after surgery for the next few weeks. The extra pressure helps reduce swelling and discomfort. You should not remove this garment until the second or third day after surgery. After that, feel free to move the garment temporarily for showering or laundering.  Ideally, you should have circumferential pressure for 4 to 6 weeks, but you may switch to an exercise compression garment when advised. It would be best to consult your surgeon on your smoking habit.   #compression #Smoking #Postop 

It is not a good idea to seek advice from surgeons who have not operated on you. Each surgeon has his/her own protocol. You should always follow your own surgeon's protocol.