I had gastric sleeve surgery 9/2020 and I am already dying to get my MMO. My BMI is currently around 33. I have had a few consultations and mixed answers on if I should wait longer. I would love to have surgery around my one year mark and ideally a few pounds lighter but I’m not expecting to be at my goal weight by then. I feel like a huge portion of my weight is from my hanging abdomen though and i am ready for it to be gone! What are the pros and cons of getting a MMO at a higher BMI?
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You should completely stop smoking 3 weeks prior to surgery. You may be okay with 2 weeks. Contact your surgeon regarding his or her guidelines regarding this. Best of luck!
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