Is it okay to drink alcohol two weeks after having a Breast augmentation with fat (Lipo-transfer)?

If you have been taking pain medications or muscle relaxants then you should avoid alcohol usage. Liver damage can occur with acetaminophen and alcohol, in addition. Best, Dr. ALDO

Each Plastic Surgeon has their own view point on this and I would suggest you speak with your plastic surgeon. The reason that it is suggested that you stop or have minimal alcohol leading up to your surgery is that if can effect the metabolism (how fast the drugs last) of the anesthesia and pain medicines afterwards and can cause bleeding problems during surgery. Definitely do not drink and take pain medicines afterwards as it can cause you to stop breathing in certain circumstances.My suggestions to my patients is to have no more than one glass of wine or beer per day 2 weeks before surgery and preferably stop a week prior to surgery, resuming after pain medicines have stopped and you are back to your normal routine.#alcoholbeforesurgery

Thank you for your question.In my practice, I would be ok with some alcohol consumption at 2 weeks provided you are off of your pain medications (which it sounds like you are) and are healing well.  However, I would check with your surgeon and see what they say, as each surgeon typically has their own protocols and preferences.  Best of luck!

Alcohol consumption two weeks after surgery when not taking medication should be fine but it’s best to ask your surgeon to confirm. If you have excessive bruising, bleeding or swelling, it’s better not to drink because it could make it worse.

Thank you for the question.  Consumption of alcohol should be fine at this period as long as you are off your medications.  Best to get approval from your plastic surgeon first before changing any post-operative treatments or recommendations.  Best of luck.  Dr. Michael Omidi