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Every operational procedure has chances of complications, and plastic surgery is no different. Still, to better prime yourself for a successful surgery, it is essential to take precautionary steps before undergoing the procedure of your choice.

It is of paramount importance to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle if you plan to go for plastic surgery soon. We recommend that you go for your primary health check-up before the surgery to avoid inconsistencies that may interfere with the surgery and with the healing process post-surgery.

Smoking comes with a massive nicotine intake, which can deter your body’s ability to heal itself. And thus, it has been strictly ruled out by plastic surgery associations worldwide. Even famous smoking cessation products like e-cigarettes and nicotine gums are dangerous as they too consist of some nicotine.

You should avoid all types of nicotine one month before and after the surgery.

It is crucial to have as little food as possible in your system 24 hours before surgery. Even healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains need to be avoided as these high-fiber foods take longer to digest, making it hard to have an empty stomach before the surgery begins.

You should stop drinking green tea at least 10 days before your surgery and ask your surgeon when it is okay to ingest it again. Green tea, an antioxidant brew, can interfere with your body’s reaction to anesthesia. It can also increase your blood pressure levels leading to an increased heart rate. 

All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages should also be avoided at least a month altogether before surgery. Surgeons recommend consuming only clear water 24 hours before the surgery and avoiding alcoholic drinks afterward for better recovery.

If health supplements are your thing, you must take proper consultation from your primary doctor and your surgeon before altering your pills intake. It has been found that vitamins and minerals are responsible for negatively affecting the recovery process. To name a few examples, Vitamin E, fish oil supplements, and herbal supplements can increase bleeding risks during surgery.

Except for Tylenol, nothing purchased at a health food store should be taken without consulting your doctor or physician.

Apart from the above measures, it is particularly important to have open communication with your plastic surgeon. 

If you are not clear with the methods and types of surgery you need, give a read to this report or call us to schedule a personalized consultation. We can help you to choose the right surgical enhancement option for you that fits your needs. Our specialist surgeons will guide and provide you with all the necessary support.