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Can I Apply 4% Hydroquinone on Upper Bleph Scars One Week Post Op? (photo)

April 3, 2013
Asked By:starlight2011 in Orem, UT

I had an upper bleph on 3/28/13 and I'm happy so far with the results but since I have dark skin, I am worried about dark scars. Can I apply hydroquinone 4% on upper eyelids one week post op? If not, how soon can I do something about any possible hyperpigmentation? Also, can I use hydroquinone for bruising? Thank you all in advance.

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Answer: No indication for placement of bleaching cream one week after blepharoplasty.

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