Retin-A and facial plastic surgery?

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Hello, I'm a 20yr old female and have been using Retin-A 0.1% for a year now. I'm getting a septorhinoplasty and lower eyelid blepharoplasty in about 5 weeks. How long prior to my surgery date should I discontinue Retin-A use? Is 2 weeks prior sufficient? Thank you.

Michael A. Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest that you ask your plastic surgeon to be sure, but I'm comfortable allowing patients who are long-term users of Retin-A (meaning over 6 months on a regular basis) to continue doing so. They can usually start again 2-3 weeks post-surgery depending on what was done.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear kimbee,Retin-A can be stopped 2 weeks before, it might even be best to stop it nowAlso, why are you getting a lower blepharoplasty, that is a very young age to have oneYou would like be better off with fillers under the eyes if you have bags or are hollowBest,Nima Shemirani

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

In you were a patient in my practice, I would have you stop the retin-A 2 weeks before surgery.  The more important detail is the use of Accutane.  If you have been on Accutane, you need to stop that at least 6 months for a septorhinoplasty.  It can prevent normal healing of the nasal skin.I hope this helps.

Taylor Theunissen, MD · Answer

I recommend cessation of Retin-A for 2 weeks prior to facial surgery. Patients can resume use after all incisions are healed.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

You should discuss this with your surgeon but 2 weeks should be OK. Then ask when you can restart it.

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