Unfortunately, even the latest surgical techniques cannot completely offset the harmful effects of nicotine. Smokers face complications after abdominoplasty in nearly one in four cases. Nicotine causes blood vessel constriction, reduces tissue oxygenation, and weakens the immune response. As noted on
https://globalmedik.com/en/nicotine-...gical-results/ , even temporarily quitting smoking 3–4 weeks before surgery significantly improves healing, lowers the risk of necrosis, and ensures the desired aesthetic results.