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How to Minimize Scars After Stitches Are Taken Out
asked 1 year ago by TrueSouthernBelle in Arkansas
Latest answer by Aaron Stone, MD
Question viewed 622 times
Tags: hands, atypia, options, stitches
I have a 2 inch long incision with stitches in right now that will be taken out in a week. (from moderate atypia) I have to have the same procedure on my hand that will probably be about 2 inches as well. (from severe atypia) I am wondering how to minimize scarring for both of these? Creams? Oils? I don't care how much it costs, I just don't want ugly scars. The procedures are bad enough. Any tips will help. Thank you.
1 answer to How to Minimize Scars After Stitches Are Taken Out
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Minimizing scars
For young or fresh scars I find scar taping to be the cheapest and most reliable way to achieve a less noticeable scar.
Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon