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Sunscreen needs to protect against both UVA and UVB. You should choose a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 but realize that SPF is only a measure of UVB protection. In order to ensure good UVA protection, make sure that your sunscreen has a UVA blocker such as avobenzone, titanium dioxide, or zinc oxide. Zinc oxide is an excellent UVA and UVB blocker and is my preferred sunscreen ingredient. Modern zinc oxide formulations are not too white and thick like the older versions. I like the Solbar Zinc and Elta MD brands.
Generally speaking, you should protect your skin when you anticipate that you are going to be outside in the sun.
Generally speaking, there will be swelling around the area of the Mohs excision. If you have any concerns you should notify your plastic surgeons office immediately.
The asymmetry is most likely a result of swelling if it's only 12 hours post-procedure. In fact, minor swelling could be present for many months. Wait a few weeks to see how things heal. Good luck!
Horizontal or oblique scars do well on the forehead, depending on whether they are in the central or lateral parts of the face. Glabellar forehead scars do better when they are vertical. I follow Langers lines for incision placement whenever possible. Best, Dr....