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

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

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...

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.