Yes. Most clinics—and surgeons worldwide—recommend stopping smoking and limiting alcohol intake before any hair-transplant procedure. At Evolved Hair Restoration Clinic, we advise patients to avoid smoking for at least 1–2 weeks before the surgery because nicotine constricts blood vessels, reducing oxygen supply to tissues. This can negatively affect healing and graft survival.
Alcohol should also be avoided for several days prior to surgery as it can thin the blood and increase bleeding during the procedure. Additionally, medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen and other blood-thinning or anti-inflammatory drugs may need to be paused under medical guidance. Certain herbal supplements, including vitamin E, ginkgo and fish-oil, can also increase bleeding risks.
We provide a complete pre-surgery checklist to ensure you are fully prepared and that your surgery proceeds safely with minimal complications. Always inform us of any medications you are currently taking.