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Tummy Tuck After Accutane?

asked 2 years ago by toni2009 in ga
Latest answer by Rodger Wade Pielet, MD
Question viewed 235 times
Tags: abdomen, acne

I would like to have a tummy tuck in June of next year. By that time, it will be 9 months since I finished taking Accutane. Is this reasonable to do at that time?

3 answers to Tummy Tuck After Accutane?

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Surgery after Acutane

Accutane is very successful for the treatment of acne. However, it is metabolized in your liver and does require approximately one year to flush completely from your system. The anesthesiologist will need to know of all medication history to make sure any agents they may need to administer are compatible.
Rodger Wade Pielet, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy Tuck after Accutane

I agree with Dr. Placik's assessment but I would recommend you wait the full 12 months. Accutane works by literally stopping the cell production in the pits of the oil producing (sebaceous) cells of the skin. That means that occasionally when we need these cells to participate in the healing process (more with resurfacing (laser, peels, Dermabrasion etc) - they do not and an ugly scar results. Although they are not commonly involved in the healing of surgery scars of the breasts and tummy,... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy Tuck after accutane

This is somewhat controversial and remains a matter of opinion as well as personal experience. In my opinion, I believe that this is reasonable. However, there are others who feel you should wait a year and yet others advise two years. I am more concerned about individuals who undergo resurfacing procedures especially to the face. Discuss your concerns with a surgeon and your dermatologist who most likely prescribed the medication see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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