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Is Dermatix Gel Effective in Removing Keloids?
asked 2 years ago by Banidowse in C
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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Tags: keloid scar
1 answer to Is Dermatix Gel Effective in Removing Keloids?
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No
This is a silicone solution to a difficult healing problem. Silicone is only of value on newly formed or forming scars. In a keloid the collagen is formed abnormally. The dermal damage has already been done.Not only is there too much collagen but it has not been laid down properly.
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist