Wait for 8-12 months after your accutane treatment is over.

Don Mehrabi, MD answers: Acne scar treatment while on accutane?

What acne scar treatment can be done while on Accutane?


Don Mehrabi, MD
2 months ago
By Don Mehrabi, MD - Beverly Hills Dermatologist

Thank you for your question.

 
It is very important to not be aggressive with any surgical or scar removal procedures while on accutane. It is generally recommended to wait 8-12 months after finishing accutane before doing any surgical procedure, or one that would cause damage to the top layer of the skin. In that regard, CO2 laser resurfacing would be a great choice for many acne scar patients, but if you've done accutane, even this is something I would wait for almost a year after finishing accutane before doing. Simply waiting will ensure that you have a minimal risk of complications.
 
Good luck!
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