The preparation for abdominoplasty is very similar to the routine used with most cosmetic surgeries. Below are some basic recommendations used at Cosmetic Surgery Montreal to prepare for abdominoplasty: 1 month prior to surgery stop the use of any tobacco or substances containing nicotine and do not resume until fully healed 1 month prior to surgery stop the use of all street drugs 2 weeks before surgery avoid the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (eg. Aspirin, Advil, Motrin, etc.) 5 days prior to surgery start stool softeners were prescribed by our plastic surgeon, Dr. Chen Lee.   In the evening and morning before surgery, shower with an acne soap such as Spectro-Jel it is important to fast (not eat or drink anything) after midnight before surgery