Treatment for surgical scars

Surgical scars fall into two categories: acute and chronic. During the acute phase of scarring after surgery, the most effective treatments include keeping the scar clean and free of infection, massage, and topical application of wound healing creams. These creams will decrease inflammation and minimize pigmentation.

Chronic surgical scars may require scar revision with surgery, topical application of creams, use of silicone strips, massage, or injection of TAC. These should be discussed with a board certified plastic surgeon.