Riva Dermatology Procedure After Care Instructions

• Keep bandage clean, dry, and in place for the first 24 hours 
• After 24 hours, gently remove the bandage (shower 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, Bacitracin) unless instructed 
• Avoid soaking the area (baths, pools, 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

• Keep bandage on for 24 hours (or as directed by provider) 
• After removal, gently cleanse daily with soap and water 
• Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor and keep covered with a clean bandage 
• Avoid antibiotic ointments unless instructed 
• Keep the area moist to promote healing and reduce scarring 
• Do not pick or allow scab formation 

Results:

• 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

• 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 area gently; normal showering is allowed 
• Do not pick or pop blisters 
• Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor if area becomes dry or crusted 
• Ice packs and OTC pain relievers (Tylenol or ibuprofen) may be used if needed 
• Makeup may be used once skin is intact (no open areas) 

Call the office if:

• Severe pain or worsening redness 
• Signs of infection or drainage 
• Any concern about healing