Want to know what is the best way to treat an Tummy Tuck incision to prevent any infection to the wound. Planning to have one and would like to know how to treat it so it can heal fast.
Answer: Scar Management Regarding the potential for a red raised scar please note the following advice that I recommend to my patient in these circumstances:Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the tell tale signs of surgery – namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible from your surgery. Patients with scars that are enlarged or not healing well after surgery can be from many causes. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips.Scar Management tips:1- Minimize tension on the scar – Steri Strips and/or surgical tape are often placed in non-hair bearing areas to minimize tension and keep pressure over the scar. This minimizes the stress that can pull the scar apart (dehiscence) creating a wound and delaying healing time, and can make the scar wider, or more “ropy”.2– Keep your incision site/scar clean to prevent infection. Follow your surgeon’s wound care instructions to the letter with out modification. NEVER apply different products then recommended without first discussing them with your surgeon. This is especially important during the first few weeks. If there are any signs of infection contact your surgeon’s office immediately and/or see your doctor or his nurse immediately. Typical signs of infection may include redness outside the immediate incision site, asymmetric swelling, and drainage, of pus, fever, chills, and “feeling sick”.3. –Protect your scars from the sun - staying out of the sun is the best advice. Minimal exposure to sunlight is prevents hyperpigmentation (permanently turning brown) and other problems that can make the scar more noticeable. Sunscreen, at least 30 SPF and an overlying make camouflage make up additionally protects the scar from the suns harmful rays. This advice is especially important the first year following your surgery.4. – Use specific scar maturation products recommended by your surgeon. Patients seem to have their own opinions on this touting everything from Pure Vit E, Coco butter, to Aloe Vera, etc but most have minimal benefit other than keeping the scar hydrated. Although hydration is important there are better, scientifically studied products with greater efficacy. Most of the scientific articles written about this subject indicate that topical silicone gel or silicone sheets work the best. There are a lot of products to choose from, but silicone should be one of the key ingredients. Although Mederma, an onion extract derivative active ingredient rather than mainly silicone based may help, primarily silicone based products are better and many also contain other ingredients that may be synergistic (hydrocortisone or other steroid, Vitamin E, Sunscreen,etc). At the present time I prefer BioCorneum or Kelo-Cote products and if the reader has problems obtaining these they can call my office. Patient compliance is also critical – use often and according to directions or it will not work optimally. NEVER apply products without first discussing them with your surgeon.5. – Monitor to make sure your scar is progressing optimally. Keep your scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to verify that your scars are maturing as expected. Occasionally if indicated you may need a topical steroid preparation or even a series of injections (5-FU and/or Steroids) or laser treatments to treat or prevent scar hypertrophy or keloid formation (red raised scars), or other topical medicines to treat post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (brown scars) with prescription creams and possible laser treatments.#tummytuck#TT#scarmanagement
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scar Management Regarding the potential for a red raised scar please note the following advice that I recommend to my patient in these circumstances:Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the tell tale signs of surgery – namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible from your surgery. Patients with scars that are enlarged or not healing well after surgery can be from many causes. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips.Scar Management tips:1- Minimize tension on the scar – Steri Strips and/or surgical tape are often placed in non-hair bearing areas to minimize tension and keep pressure over the scar. This minimizes the stress that can pull the scar apart (dehiscence) creating a wound and delaying healing time, and can make the scar wider, or more “ropy”.2– Keep your incision site/scar clean to prevent infection. Follow your surgeon’s wound care instructions to the letter with out modification. NEVER apply different products then recommended without first discussing them with your surgeon. This is especially important during the first few weeks. If there are any signs of infection contact your surgeon’s office immediately and/or see your doctor or his nurse immediately. Typical signs of infection may include redness outside the immediate incision site, asymmetric swelling, and drainage, of pus, fever, chills, and “feeling sick”.3. –Protect your scars from the sun - staying out of the sun is the best advice. Minimal exposure to sunlight is prevents hyperpigmentation (permanently turning brown) and other problems that can make the scar more noticeable. Sunscreen, at least 30 SPF and an overlying make camouflage make up additionally protects the scar from the suns harmful rays. This advice is especially important the first year following your surgery.4. – Use specific scar maturation products recommended by your surgeon. Patients seem to have their own opinions on this touting everything from Pure Vit E, Coco butter, to Aloe Vera, etc but most have minimal benefit other than keeping the scar hydrated. Although hydration is important there are better, scientifically studied products with greater efficacy. Most of the scientific articles written about this subject indicate that topical silicone gel or silicone sheets work the best. There are a lot of products to choose from, but silicone should be one of the key ingredients. Although Mederma, an onion extract derivative active ingredient rather than mainly silicone based may help, primarily silicone based products are better and many also contain other ingredients that may be synergistic (hydrocortisone or other steroid, Vitamin E, Sunscreen,etc). At the present time I prefer BioCorneum or Kelo-Cote products and if the reader has problems obtaining these they can call my office. Patient compliance is also critical – use often and according to directions or it will not work optimally. NEVER apply products without first discussing them with your surgeon.5. – Monitor to make sure your scar is progressing optimally. Keep your scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to verify that your scars are maturing as expected. Occasionally if indicated you may need a topical steroid preparation or even a series of injections (5-FU and/or Steroids) or laser treatments to treat or prevent scar hypertrophy or keloid formation (red raised scars), or other topical medicines to treat post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (brown scars) with prescription creams and possible laser treatments.#tummytuck#TT#scarmanagement
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Answer: Usually nothing needs to be done All patients are different in their healing but usually the incision heals well without any extraordinary measures. Your doctor will determine if anything else needs to be done.
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Answer: Usually nothing needs to be done All patients are different in their healing but usually the incision heals well without any extraordinary measures. Your doctor will determine if anything else needs to be done.
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September 18, 2014
Answer: Treating tummy tuck wound First, wound infections are quite rare (at least in my practice) so I wouldn't anticipate or plan for how to treat it. Infections have different etiologies (i.e., staph, MERSA, to name just two) and the treatment modalities will depend upon the source. Compliance with your plastic surgeon's postop regimen, which should be provided to you after the surgery, is extremely important. Additionally, the progression of healing cannot be sped up. It takes a full year for the incision to reach its final point. If you need silicone sheeting, steroid injections or other adjuvant treatments as a consequence of scar hypertrophy, then these will be recommended or prescribed for you. DIscuss your concerns at your preop visit to the plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Treating tummy tuck wound First, wound infections are quite rare (at least in my practice) so I wouldn't anticipate or plan for how to treat it. Infections have different etiologies (i.e., staph, MERSA, to name just two) and the treatment modalities will depend upon the source. Compliance with your plastic surgeon's postop regimen, which should be provided to you after the surgery, is extremely important. Additionally, the progression of healing cannot be sped up. It takes a full year for the incision to reach its final point. If you need silicone sheeting, steroid injections or other adjuvant treatments as a consequence of scar hypertrophy, then these will be recommended or prescribed for you. DIscuss your concerns at your preop visit to the plastic surgeon.
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September 18, 2014
Answer: Treating your Tummy Tuck Incision after your surgery When a tummy tuck is performed well, there should be very little that you have to do to take care of the incision. You should speak with your plastic surgeon about this and he/she should be able to guide you. Also, during your routine post-op appointments, you will have the opportunity to have your surgeon assess your healing and make recommendations about healing.
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Answer: Treating your Tummy Tuck Incision after your surgery When a tummy tuck is performed well, there should be very little that you have to do to take care of the incision. You should speak with your plastic surgeon about this and he/she should be able to guide you. Also, during your routine post-op appointments, you will have the opportunity to have your surgeon assess your healing and make recommendations about healing.
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September 18, 2014
Answer: Best treatment for a tummy tuck scar To improve the appearance of a tummy tuck scar, the best treatment is a new type of silicone sheeting called Embrace. It's a clear, silicone tape that is applied to the incision about a week or two after surgery. Your surgeon's staff will show you how to apply it the first time in the office. Each application lasts one week, then you remove it, and apply a new one- for 8-12 weeks. This takes tension off the incision and reduces the thickness of the scar and lightens the color of the scar. Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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Answer: Best treatment for a tummy tuck scar To improve the appearance of a tummy tuck scar, the best treatment is a new type of silicone sheeting called Embrace. It's a clear, silicone tape that is applied to the incision about a week or two after surgery. Your surgeon's staff will show you how to apply it the first time in the office. Each application lasts one week, then you remove it, and apply a new one- for 8-12 weeks. This takes tension off the incision and reduces the thickness of the scar and lightens the color of the scar. Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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