No laser treatment while on Accutane

Brenda Dintiman, MD answers: Can I have laser treatments while I'm taking Accutane?

I am taking Accutane 40 mg twice a week. Can I have facial laser treatments?

This dose was prescribed by my Dermatologist and it has helped to control my adult acne. This low dose has not caused me any side effects. I wish to have Thermage and/or Sciton laser procedures done and want to ensure that I will not have any complications with these procedures.


Brenda Dintiman, MD
14 months ago
By Brenda Dintiman, MD - Fairfax Dermatologic surgeon

Accutane and laser treatments are not compatible since it can put you at increased risk for scarring or difficulty healing from the laser treatments.

I think you would have to stop the accutane for 6 months before considering any laser treatments.

Good luck with your treatment.

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