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What Should I Do to Prevent Scarring from a Facial Scratch?

asked 9 months ago by snactres in South Burlington, VT
Latest answer by Paul Carniol, MD
Question viewed 148 times
Tags: options, prevention

I went hiking and got scratched on my cheek, near my nose. What should I do or use to prevent scarring? It has scabbed over. It's about 0.4 or 0.5 mm wide, about 1.5 inches long.

3 answers to What Should I Do to Prevent Scarring from a Facial Scratch?

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Facial scars

Multiple factors can contribute to developing a scar from an abrasion. The first factor to consider is the depth of the initial injury. if the wound extends into the deep dermis it is more likely to develop a noticeable scar. In terms of wound care to decrease a possible scar it's probably best to have a physician review your medical history, examine the wound and recommend a treatment regimen
Paul Carniol, MD

Summit Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Antibiotic ointments and scar fading creams will help

Typically scratches to the face will not result in noticeable scarring. Nevertheless, if one is concerned about minimizing a possible scar, multiple options exist. In the short term, while a scar or laceration is still fresh, antibiotic ointment will help it heal quicker with less scabbing. Options include Bacitracin, Neosporin and Polysporin. Once a facial scratch or laceration is re-epithelialized (healed over on the surface), scar fading creams can be used. While options such as vitamin E... more
Mark Hamilton, MD

Indianapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Keep it clean, protected from the sun and apply antibiotic ointment twice a day.

Keep it clean, protected from the sun and apply antibiotic ointment twice a day and make an appointment immediately with a dermatologist or plastic surgeion who specializes in scar treatment. Early treatment with lasers may be very helpful. see photos
Mark Taylor, MD

Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon

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