Will anything happen from taking a few puffs from a cigarette and cigar when I’m 7 weeks post op from my bbl?

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I smoked some of a cigar and cigarette last night, I did not have a full one. I just took a few puffs from them. I’m currently in my 7th week post op from my bbl surgery. April 8th will mark my 8 week since I’ve done my bbl surgery. Will taking a few puffs do anything to my results since I’m so far along in my recovery process. I haven’t smoked in 2 months and last night was my first time in 2 months.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Smoking reduces circulation to the skin and impedes healing.  It is best to avoid smoking, including second hand smoke, and cigarette replacements, such as nicotine patches or gum, in the perioperative period.  I recommend that my patients stop smoking for 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after BBL.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

John E. Nees, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!In our practice we recommend cessation of smoking for 4 weeks prior to surgery and for 4 weeks after surgery....but, since you have gone so long without it, why restart? You have already gone through the worst of nicotine withdrawal!Best wishes...

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello lady 079,
I appreciate your questions! As smoking delays proper healing and increases the risk of complications, I recommend stop smoking at least 4 weeks before getting a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). Smoking is proven to reduce blood circulation in the body, which can cause the resorption of the newly transplanted fat cells. The same applies to alcohol, which prevents the new fat cells from developing a blood supply quick enough to survive transplantation. Therefore, it is crucial to quit smoking and abstain from alcohol consumption before a BBL procedure and during recovery. Consult with your plastic surgeon about your particular needs and concerns. With appreciation, Dr. De La Cruz.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lady o79,
smoking has a serious negative effect on healing process and every plastic surgeon recommend their patients smoking cessation in order to reduce the risk of complications. It is hard to tell how will this affect your results. 
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You should not smoke again, because doing so can decrease blood supply and oxygen, and this delays your healing process.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

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