When can I use makeup after sutures removed post Moh's surgery?

Moh’s surgery on the face often requires surgical repair and reconstruction to reapproximate the skin edges. Flaps or direct closure techniques are used. It is important that you optimize scar healing during this phase in order to reduce longterm scars. For red scars, we use Vbeam laser, followed by fractional laser for scar topography and contour. We recommend Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily for the immediate postoperative period. Fractional laser is safe for scar laser therapy.
There are treatments for swelling and edema of the scars. If there is residual sutures or edema, we advise you to follow a scar treatment protocol that can minimize the time to recovery. Our office specializes in scar revisions for Moh’s surgery.
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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Dear kathy44121,Thank you for your question. This is really a question for your surgeon as I am sure he/she has a protocol. In my practice, I take out stitches at one week, and continue with some type of ointment for a total 2 weeks after surgery. At two weeks, I usually stop the ointment and start a mineral based sunscreen at makeup. Hope this helps,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons