How long should I wait between Mohs surgery and Juvederm?

Question

I had mohs surgery, just a few stitches, two weeks ago. How long to wait before proceeding with injectables?

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

After Mohs surgery, the timing of fillers like Juvederm depends on how well the area has healed and where the injections are planned.

In general, for a small Mohs site with a few stitches and an uncomplicated recovery, I recommend waiting at least 2–4 weeks before considering hyaluronic acid filler. Two weeks may be sufficient if:

- Sutures have been removed
- The incision is fully closed
- There is no redness, drainage, crusting, or tenderness
- Swelling has largely resolved

However, in many cases I prefer closer to 4 weeks, especially if the filler will be placed directly in or immediately adjacent to the surgical site. This allows collagen remodeling to begin and reduces the risk of disrupting wound healing or increasing inflammation.

If the injection site is in a different anatomic area (for example, Mohs on the cheek and filler in the lips), treatment can sometimes proceed sooner, provided healing is complete and there are no signs of infection.

It’s also important to consider scar maturation. Early filler can sometimes help blend contour irregularities, but overfilling too soon—before tissue settles—can lead to asymmetry once swelling resolves.

Bottom line: if you’re two weeks out and healing beautifully, you may be close—but many board-certified dermatologists would advise waiting another week or two for optimal safety and cosmetic outcome.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You did not say where the Moh's surgery was and where you wanted filler. Should you want filler in or near the area of Moh's, you will need to wait a minimum of 3 months.

Glenn Lyle, MD · Answer

Typically, we leave this up to your MOHs surgeon. However, you do not want to get filler in the same area as your surgery until it is completely healed and there is no visible signs of swelling. If you are wanting filler outside of the surgery site, then you should be fine to proceed.

Scott A. Smith, DO · Answer

I don't see any restrictions on injectables after Homs unless it is in the area directly affected by the Mohs surgery.

How long should I wait between Mohs surgery and Juvederm?

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