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Is It Okay To Smoke Before Undergoing Rhinoplasty?
Hello,
I am having rhinoplastry in 5 days. PS told me to quit smoking at least 3 weeks before surgery but I have been having a smoke here and there and now surgery is getting close I am more nervous and have had few cigarettes yesterday and one today. Should I re-schedule my appointment or is it ok to go ahead?
Ellie
I am having rhinoplastry in 5 days. PS told me to quit smoking at least 3 weeks before surgery but I have been having a smoke here and there and now surgery is getting close I am more nervous and have had few cigarettes yesterday and one today. Should I re-schedule my appointment or is it ok to go ahead?
Ellie
Wed, 28 May 2014
hello, thanks for ur query, smoking causes delayed healing. rhinoplasty is correction of nose , which require good healing for good shape and good results. u need to quit pre as well as post procedure for at least 2-3 months.all d best. take care.
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