How Long Should I Be off Accutane Before Revision Rhinoplasty Surgery?

Conventional wisdom has traditionally recommends waiting for a patient to be off Accutane at least six months.  More recent evidence suggests that it is safe to go off low dose Accutane 1-2 weeks prior to rhinoplasty and resume 1-2 weeks post-operative. This should be coordinated between the surgeon and the prescribing dermatologist.
Best of luck,
Dr. Kaniff

Thanks for your question.  I would recommend that you remain off of Accutane for as long as your prescribing physician recommends.  This is a medication typically prescribed mainly by dermatologists.  It can have some profound effects on healing.