How soon after rhinoplasty can you have laser treatment for scars?

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I have a scar on the tip of my nose that is about 6 months old. A week ago I had rhinoplasty. How soon can I get laser treatment for that scar?? Thank you for your time.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear CroCan,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

You should ask your surgeon this question. You want the skin and soft tissue to heal without additional inflammation so you don't encourage extra scar tissue.  Might be worth waiting a bit to laser a nose that is healing from rhinoplasty.  Best of luck!

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Crocan, This is a question to ask your surgeon he/she will know best where you are in the recovery phases and what techniques were used during your procedure. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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