I'm interested in getting a rhinoplasty and I know it's a requirement to stop smoking beforehand, so I am curious as to how soon before surgery should I quit? Also when I quit, if I'm still around second hand smoke will that adversely effect me during surgery and recovery?
April 1, 2015
Answer: Quit smoking before surgery I typically will recommend someone to stop smoking about two weeks prior to their surgical procedure. Although second hand smoke contains potentially harmful irritants, it does not cause the same postoperative adverse effects as smoking yourself.
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April 1, 2015
Answer: Quit smoking before surgery I typically will recommend someone to stop smoking about two weeks prior to their surgical procedure. Although second hand smoke contains potentially harmful irritants, it does not cause the same postoperative adverse effects as smoking yourself.
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October 12, 2018
Answer: Quit smoking before surgery For a better recovery I typically will recommend someone to stop smoking about two weeks prior to their surgical procedure. While second hand smoke is harmful, it does not cause the same postoperative adverse effects as smoking yourself. Best wishes!
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October 12, 2018
Answer: Quit smoking before surgery For a better recovery I typically will recommend someone to stop smoking about two weeks prior to their surgical procedure. While second hand smoke is harmful, it does not cause the same postoperative adverse effects as smoking yourself. Best wishes!
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