The Role of Diet and Inflammation Control in Recovery

One of the most common questions we receive after surgery is:

“When can I start drinking alcohol again?”

The short answer: it’s best to wait about 1.5 months (6 weeks) after liposuction or breast augmentation.

Although alcohol may improve circulation temporarily, it can exacerbate inflammation and increase the risk of:

• Fat necrosis or lumps after fat graft breast augmentation
• Capsular contracture or prolonged swelling after implant or liposuction surgery

If your job involves social drinking, moderation is key — but we strongly recommend keeping alcohol intake minimal during the recovery period.

Smoking, however, is strictly prohibited. Nicotine constricts blood vessels and significantly reduces fat graft survival rates.

Eat to Heal: The Power of Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition

Your final surgical result depends not only on the technique, but also on how well your body heals afterward.

Postoperative inflammation affects everything — swelling, bruising, pigmentation, lump formation, and scarring.

🍎 Recommended Anti-Inflammatory Foods

• Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines) rich in omega-3 fatty acids
• Avocados, olive oil, and nuts
• Green vegetables, tomatoes, and broccoli
• Berries (blueberries, acai, raspberries)
• Green tea, turmeric, and ginger

These foods contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that promote tissue repair and improve fat cell survival.

⚠️ Foods That May Worsen Inflammation

• Alcohol
• Processed foods, sugary snacks, and soft drinks
• Fried foods and processed meats
• Excessive caffeine

Such items can elevate inflammatory cytokines and slow down healing.

Healing Is an Inside Job

The outcome of liposuction or breast augmentation depends greatly on how you care for your body after surgery.

Balanced nutrition, adequate hydration, good sleep, and limited alcohol all contribute to faster recovery and better long-term results.

At AVAN TOKYO GINZA LIPOSUCTION CLINIC, we emphasize not only advanced surgical techniques but also comprehensive postoperative care — guiding each patient toward sustained beauty through science and lifestyle balance.