Elizabeth A. Grasee, M.D. and Debra C. Bergman, M.D.
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Smoking and Plastic Surgery

Smoking and Plastic Surgery FAQs

Do I need to stop smoking cigarettes before cosmetic surgery?

Answer: Nicotine use increases the risk of infection and poor wound healing. One cigarette remains in the body for 18 hours. It takes four weeks prior to a plastic surgery procedure to allow the blood vessels to "heal" and four weeks after surgery.

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Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons
12425 Old Meridian Street, Suite B1
Carmel, IN 46032 United States
 Phone: +1 317-581-0001
Toll Free: +1 877-581-0002

Surgery Locations
St Vincent Hospital
2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46260

Carmel Ambulatory Surgery Center
13421 Old Meridian St Carmel, IN 46032