How long must I stop smoking before a mommy makeover?

Thank you for your excellent question.  Because of the types of skin flaps created during mommy makeover surgery it would be wise to try and eliminate the negative blood flow and breathing effects of nicotine as much as possible.  I would recommend stopping at least 4 weeks before and after surgery.  Hope this helps. 

It is important to cease any nicotine products not only prior to surgery, but also during recovery as well. Nicotine constricts blood vessels which can lead to poor wound healing, infection and other complications. Your surgeon will inform you of her/his preferences but stopping at least six prior to surgery may be adequate.

Thank you very much for your question, and I would like to direct you to your own surgeon to ensure that you get the best advice. Since there are many differences between the types of surgery, anesthesia and medications that are used between procedures and surgeons, then the best thing to do would be whatever he says. Good luck to you.