I am not a heavy marijuana user. I smoke a few tokes 1-2x per week for neck pain and spasms. I was told not to smoke for 30 days but have seen where some docs say 2 weeks. I am in great health other than the neck problems. I would appreciate any thoughts.
Answer: Smoking and facelifts Evidence shows that even one cigarette per day can have deleterious effects on wound healing.So, fess up to your surgeon. They might want to postpone your surgery.
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Answer: Smoking and facelifts Evidence shows that even one cigarette per day can have deleterious effects on wound healing.So, fess up to your surgeon. They might want to postpone your surgery.
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October 6, 2016
Answer: Any smoking and facial surgery. I understand your wish to relieve your neck pain, however oral medications could do this without the downsides of smoking marijuana and it's possible complications for surgery. The small amount you did use is not likely to cause any issues, as long as you do not continue to use from now till 4 weeks after your surgery. Be sure your surgeon is informed so a safe surgery can be planned.
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October 6, 2016
Answer: Any smoking and facial surgery. I understand your wish to relieve your neck pain, however oral medications could do this without the downsides of smoking marijuana and it's possible complications for surgery. The small amount you did use is not likely to cause any issues, as long as you do not continue to use from now till 4 weeks after your surgery. Be sure your surgeon is informed so a safe surgery can be planned.
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October 4, 2016
Answer: Smoking after surgery Thank you for your question. The advice to my patients is not to smoke (anything) for at least 6 weeks before and after surgery to minimize the issue of healing. I understand that the main reason why you did smoke marijuana was to release the neck pain and spasm, but I am sure that your surgeon is able to prescribe for you alternative medications to address the current problem. My suggestion would be not to risk a delayed healing after a facelift by smoking when there are drugs able to help you without affecting this delicate phase.Please do contact your surgeon and ask for his/her advice on this specific issue. I am sure you will not be disappointed.All the bestAndrea MarandoPlastic and Cosmetic SurgeonManchester, UK
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October 4, 2016
Answer: Smoking after surgery Thank you for your question. The advice to my patients is not to smoke (anything) for at least 6 weeks before and after surgery to minimize the issue of healing. I understand that the main reason why you did smoke marijuana was to release the neck pain and spasm, but I am sure that your surgeon is able to prescribe for you alternative medications to address the current problem. My suggestion would be not to risk a delayed healing after a facelift by smoking when there are drugs able to help you without affecting this delicate phase.Please do contact your surgeon and ask for his/her advice on this specific issue. I am sure you will not be disappointed.All the bestAndrea MarandoPlastic and Cosmetic SurgeonManchester, UK
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Answer: Let your plastic surgeon know of your marijuana use. Although the few tokes you took shouldn’t adversely affect your facelift, it’s important to let your plastic surgeon know. It’s true that plastic surgeons vary in how long they say you should avoid smoking prior to surgery, with recommendations that range from 2 weeks to 1 month before the procedure. The reason for this is because smoking diminishes the blood’s ability to carry oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, which is an important component in healing. In the first few weeks as you heal from your facelift, seek an alternative to smoking marijuana for pain relief.
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Answer: Let your plastic surgeon know of your marijuana use. Although the few tokes you took shouldn’t adversely affect your facelift, it’s important to let your plastic surgeon know. It’s true that plastic surgeons vary in how long they say you should avoid smoking prior to surgery, with recommendations that range from 2 weeks to 1 month before the procedure. The reason for this is because smoking diminishes the blood’s ability to carry oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, which is an important component in healing. In the first few weeks as you heal from your facelift, seek an alternative to smoking marijuana for pain relief.
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October 13, 2016
Answer: Smoking prior to surgery Dear Alice,There is a reason why surgeons advise you not to smoke for 30 days prior to your surgery. It can adversely affect your body's ability to heal. My best advice would be for you to contact your plastic surgeon as he or she knows your case intimately. Kindly,Kouros Azar
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October 13, 2016
Answer: Smoking prior to surgery Dear Alice,There is a reason why surgeons advise you not to smoke for 30 days prior to your surgery. It can adversely affect your body's ability to heal. My best advice would be for you to contact your plastic surgeon as he or she knows your case intimately. Kindly,Kouros Azar
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