For some Redondo Beach moms, relaxing with a glass of wine or a beer is the perfect way to unwind from a busy, hectic day. But if you’re a Redondo Beach mother who is going to be having a Mommy Makeover, you’ll have to abstain from alcohol for immediately before and after your surgery. Why is it important for Redondo Beach women to stay sober before their Mommy Makeover procedures? Read on as board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Granzow of Manhattan Beach Plastic Surgery explains.
Alcohol Can Negatively Interact with Anesthesia
When you undergo a Mommy Makeover procedure, you’ll be placed under general anesthesia, meaning you will be completely asleep. General anesthesia is a powerful combination of drugs. If you have any alcohol in your system at the time of your surgery, it can negatively interfere with the anesthesia, potentially causing dangerous side effects.
Alcohol is a Diuretic That Could Make You Dehydrated
For a safe, effective Mommy Makeover, it’s important that you are properly hydrated. But alcohol, which serves as a diuretic, can make you urinate more frequently. This increased urination can leave you dehydrated, complicating your Mommy Makeover procedure and your response to anesthesia.
Alcohol Can Affect Your Blood’s Ability to Clot
When you are undergoing any surgical procedure, including an elective Mommy Makeover, it’s important that your blood is able to clot normally so that you do not experience excessive bleeding on the operating table. But alcohol is a blood thinner and can affect your body’s ability to naturally clot blood, depending on the frequency and volume of alcohol that you drink. If you drink alcohol frequently, be honest with Dr. Granzow, as he needs to know these important details to ensure that you have a safe Mommy Makeover procedure.
Alcohol Dries Out Your Skin
Did you know that alcohol dries out your skin? Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to dry, cracked skin. When it comes to stitching you up from a breast augmentation and tummy tuck, dry and cracked skin can make it harder for Dr. Granzow to give you an even scar, resulting in an undesirable looking scar.
Alcohol Can Interfere With Post-Op Pain Medication and Healing
After a Mommy Makeover, you will experience pain and swelling in your abdomen and breasts. To alleviate this pain and swelling, Dr. Granzow will prescribe you painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs. But drinking alcohol while taking these medications can be extremely dangerous, and lead to negative interactions that can even require hospitalization. Additionally, consuming alcohol after your Redondo Beach Mommy Makeover can interfere with your body’s natural ability to heal from your surgical procedures, leading to a longer, more painful recovery time.
What Else Should I Avoid Before My Mommy Makeover?
Before you undergo a Mommy Makeover procedure, Dr. Granzow will provide you with a list of pre-operative procedures. These include abstaining from:
- Herbal supplements;
- Vitamins;
- NSAIDs; and
- Eating or drinking at least 8 hours before surgery.
To know for sure how you should prepare for your Mommy Makeover procedure, have an open and honest conversation with Dr. Granzow.
You can schedule your consultation with him today by calling (310) 737-8918.
