Riva Dermatology Procedure After Care Instructions
Post-Operative Care (Biopsy / Surgical Site Care)
Keep the bandage clean, dry, and in place for the first 24 hours.
After 24 hours, gently remove the bandage; showering can help loosen it.
Clean daily with mild soap and water, then pat dry.
Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor and cover with a clean bandage.
Avoid antibiotic ointments (Neosporin, Polysporin, or Bacitracin) unless instructed.
Avoid soaking the area in baths, pools, or hot tubs until fully healed or stitches are removed.
Limit heavy activity for the first few days to avoid bleeding or stress on the wound.
For bleeding, apply firm pressure for 15–20 minutes without checking the site.
Call the office if you experience:
Bleeding that does not stop with pressure.
Increasing redness, swelling, or pain.
Pus or drainage.
Fever or worsening symptoms.
Skin Biopsy Aftercare
Keep the bandage on for 24 hours, or as directed by your provider.
After removal, gently cleanse daily with soap and water.
Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor and keep the area covered with a clean bandage.
Avoid antibiotic ointments unless instructed.
Keep the area moist to promote healing and reduce scarring.
Do not pick at the area or allow a scab to form.
Results
Results are typically available in 7–14 days.
Results will be released through the patient portal.
Our team will follow up if further discussion or treatment is needed.
Liquid Nitrogen (Cryotherapy) Aftercare
Treated areas may sting, burn, or become red and swollen.
A blister may form; this is normal.
Dryness or crusting can last 7–10 days.
Pinkness may last several weeks to months.
Care Instructions
Wash the area gently; normal showering is allowed.
Do not pick or pop blisters.
Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor if the area becomes dry or crusted.
Ice packs and over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol or ibuprofen may be used if needed.
Makeup may be used once the skin is intact and there are no open areas.
Call the Office If
You experience severe pain or worsening redness.
You notice signs of infection or drainage.
You have any concern about healing.