Sun exposure after Rhinoplasty. Does sun exposure cause scar tissue?

September 22, 2016
Asked By:Sam12321 in Sanger, California

Is being outside with sunscreen advisable 1 week after rhino? I was running errands and was under the sun for about 30-45 minutes. I did use sunscreen and I am not sunburnt. Does sun exposure cause scar tissue?

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September 23, 2016

Answer: Post Operative Rhinoplasty Sun Exposure

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