Implications of Dermatologic Disorders in Facial Cosmetic Surgery

March 2026 in “ Annals of Plastic Surgery ”

Sofia M. Perez, Devin J. Kennedy, Benjamin Ascher, Antonella Tosti, Marina Landau

acne atopic dermatitis frontal fibrosing alopecia rhinoplasty microneedling dermatologic disorders wound healing

Studysummary This review reported potential risks of complications, such as scarring and disease exacerbation, following facial cosmetic procedures in patients with existing dermatologic disorders, emphasizing the need for careful surgical planning to address these challenges.

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This systematic review highlights the increased risk of complications in facial cosmetic surgery for patients with pre-existing dermatologic disorders. Analyzing 53 articles involving 469 patients, the study found that procedures like rhinoplasty and microneedling often led to complications such as disease exacerbation and scarring. Conditions like acne, frontal fibrosing alopecia, and systemic lupus erythematosus were common among patients. The review emphasizes the need for careful planning and consideration of dermatologic conditions to minimize risks in facial surgery.

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