Age 55, how long after a Mommy Maker & fat transfer to buttock can we drink?

Ideally, we recommend you drink plenty of water after your surgery to help with the swelling. You will be able to start drinking water 3 hours after your surgery. We prescribe our patients antibiotics and painkillers after their surgery; therefore, you won't be allowed to consume alcohol for at least 1 week. Alcohol thins the blood which interferes with the healing process. Also, mixing alcohol with antibiotics and painkillers is a dangerous combination. We advise you not to consume alcohol while you are on antibiotics and painkillers, so at least 1 week. Thank you.

Hi SkinnyCoach,
Patients don't feel perfectly normal after anesthesia. I would also expect you to take some narcotics after a combined breast and tummy procedure.
I would not suggest drinking until the impact of general anesthesia wears off--at least the next day. In addition, I would suggest that you be off any narcotic medications (assuming you don't take narcotics at baseline) prior to drinking.
Finally, when you resume drinking alcohol, I would suggest doing so in moderation...as dis-inhibition might cause you to violate your post-op restrictions, and stumbles/falls can be deleterious to your final results.
Hope this helps!
Best,Christopher Pannucci MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery NorthwestSpokane, Washington

Hello @SkinnyCoach, thank you for your question. This has more to do with the medication send by the specialist for recovery. Indications must be linked to clinical recommendations based on the healing process between three and six weeks. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Dear SkinnyCoach,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

You should not consume any alcohol while taking pain medication, especially after surgery since your liver is dealing with all the drugs used. You may need medication up to 2 weeks. Alcohol will not be helpful with healing. Ideally, you will have nothing for 4 weeks, but could have a small amount after 2 if you are on no medication. Perhaps you drink too much now and need to give your liver a break.

It’s important to follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions, but generally, alcohol consumption is often advised against during the initial recovery period to promote healing and minimize potential complications. Consult with your surgeon for guidance based on your specific case.

Hi, after 2 weeks you can drink.
But, remember to eat health and go to the gym, to take care of your surgery.

The answer to your question really depends on what you mean by "drink". During the beginning of recovery patients typically receive narcotic based pain medication for pain management. You should not consume any alcohol until after you are no longer taking this medication. A few weeks after surgery an occasional alcoholic drink should be fine as long as you are healing normally. Excessive alcohol consumption is not recommended.

People who do not have problems with alcohol should be able to abstain without difficulty.

If the idea of not being able to drink alcohol for a few weeks is bothersome then you may want to consider looking at your drinking habits.

In the end patients do what they want. Some surgeons have specific protocols about the consumption of alcohol before and after surgery.

I don’t think most plastic surgeons have severe restrictions other than for patients to be intelligent, use moderation and not drink immediately before or after.

The combination of narcotic pain medication and alcohol can be potentially dangerous.


If you have not done so already I suggest having a few in person consultations with local board-certified plastic surgeons at which time you can get an assessment and ask all your questions about the procedure including recovery and postoperative protocols.
Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Hello and thanks for your question. After 3-4 hours from the surgery, you can start drinking water. It is the optimum time of it.