How soon after Accutane you can have a rhinoplasty?

It is normally recommended that one wait at least 6 months after finishing accutane treatment before having rhinoplasty. You should check with your dermatologist and plastic surgeon regarding specific recommendations in your case.

Fantastic question.  To be safe, I'd wait 6 months at least.  Be sure to see a board certified plastic surgeon.

Your dermatologist would be the best specialist to address your concern. Many suggest a full year off Accutane before considering elective facial plastic surgery. That said, we have operated as early as 7 months after stopping Accutane and have not noticed issues with healing or scarring. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

  It is acceptable to undergo rhinoplasty several months after being off Accutane.   A closed rhinoplasty can accomplish making only the required changes to the nose with all of the incisions placed on the inside  of the nose.  In our practice, the procedure would take between 1-1/2-2 hours.

Thank you for your question.  I would seek a board certified plastic surgeon in your area and be sure to let them know you have been on Accutane.  It is best to wait six months to one year after discontinuing Accutane before doing an elective surgery. Accutane slows the skin healing process and can increase your risk of scarring and irritation.   It is best to give it some time to work its way out of your system.  Best of luck in your endeavors.Sincerely,James Fernau, MD, FACSBoard Certified ENTBoard Certified Plastic SurgeryMember of ASPS, ASAPS, ISAPS, The Rhinoplasty Society, AAFPRS, OTO/HNS, ASLMS, International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics & Science