Most of the time a drink at happy hour after work with some co-workers or the occasional glass of wine with dinner is harmless. Consuming alcohol after plastic surgery is another story entirely. There are a few things to take into consideration when thinking about drinking alcohol in the days after undergoing a plastic surgery procedure:- Alcohol impedes the recovery process of any procedure. Drinking alcohol after plastic surgery will thin the blood and make a plastic surgery patient more likely to bleed unnecessarily. This could lead to any number of difficulties and complications.
- After plastic surgery every patient wants their swollen areas to return to the size it is intended to be as soon as possible. Consuming alcohol after plastic surgery will widen your blood vessels, which will induce even more swelling.
- Drinking alcohol after plastic surgery can cause the alcohol to badly interact with the prescriptions in a way that will make them less effective for a shorter amount of time. Further, mixing alcohol and prescription medications can be detrimental to a patient’s health.
- Alcohol causes excessive urination, which can result in dehydration. Dehydration will dry out the skin and be counterproductive to your cosmetic improvements.
For ideal results Dr. Ali Sajjadian recommends abstaining from alcohol at least two weeks prior to and after your surgery. Abstaining from alcohol entirely will promote a healthy lifestyle and prolong the results of your procedure. Schedule your plastic surgery consultation today at the offices of triple board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali Sajjadian. Dr. Sajjadian can further explain the effects of alcohol after plastic surgery.
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