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Scar Cream for Tummy Tuck Scar?

asked 2 years ago by xoticbeauty in ny
Latest answer by James McMahan, MD
Question viewed 3,046 times
Tags: abdomen, scar, surgery scar

What is the most effective scar cream to apply on a tummy tuck scar so it would heal better?

9 answers to Scar Cream for Tummy Tuck Scar?

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Scar creams are a waste of money

I have never seen any scientific or clinical evidence that scar creams accomplish anything. There is good evidence, however, that religiously taping over your incision for 2-3 months can improve the final appearance of your surgical scar. The other thing that has been shown to be effective is silicone sheeting over the scar for several months. Don't waste your money on scar creams.
James McMahan, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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Scarfade good for tummy tuck scar.

Hi. We use Scarfade applied to the tummy tuck scar twice a day with rather good results..Also, depending on the color of the scar, different lasers can be quite helpful.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Scar cream for tummy tuck scar

There are so many available scar creams, it's hard to chose one. Try a few to see which might be the 'one' for you. Some are Rxed, some are over the counter.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck scar cream

I agree with Dr. Naidu that there is no one best cream for tummy tuck scars. I, like Dr. Naidu, also like Scar Fade and Scar Guard for their excellent moisturization. I usually will apply steri strips (special adhesive tape) to the incision for the first 4-6 weeks followed by Scar Fade or Scar Guard. I have found this method works the best to address most surgical scars. Silicone gel sheeting is also a good option however, it may be cumbersome to get the sheets to stay on each time they... more
David A. Robinson, MD

Munster Plastic Surgeon
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Scar creams and best options for tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) incisions

I tend to agree with Dr. Singer's assesment. Generally, silicone scar sheets are probably the best at modifying the scar maturation process. Silcone gel creams or preparations with a sunblock are probably second best and there are countless products out there. Other preparations, in my opinion, such as Mederma or home remedies such as cocoa butter, aloe vera, vitamin E have weak if any true research supporting true effectiveness.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck scar

I'm not sure that there is one best scar cream. I personally like ScarFade and ScarGuard because they provide excellent moisturization, but almost anything can be used, including cocoa butter, vitamin E, olive oil, etc. The home remedies have no science behind them, but they do moisturize while forcing you to massage the scar, which is also helpful. Keep in mind that your scar will continue to improve for up to one year after surgery. Good luck.
Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Scar Creams

A scar regardless of its mechanism takes up to 8 months to mature and reach its final appearance and texture. Although the initial response is inflammatory (dependent on the interaction of inflammatory cells and mediators)in nature, the process becomes mechanical later on and responds to tension and compression. It is very much analogous to the way a bone fracture heals. Scientific studies have shown that silicone, garlic, vitamin E, compression even electric fields can influence the final... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy Tuck scar

Hello! I find the best cream for post surgery scars is SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel or Epidermal Repair. They both contain Hyaluronic Acid which is highly moisturizing and helps with the appearance of scars. Hopefully this helps. Thank You.
Tom Haas, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon
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Hi there. There are many topical treatments for treatment of post-surgical scars. The most common are silicone sheets and various creams. I find the sheets to be more effective but they are not as user friendly as the creams. There is no single magic scar cream either. They all tout unrealistic results that I have found to be unsubstantiated. In my view, the creams just speed along the scar maturation process and help to take the redness out of scars. If you want to be proactive about your... more
Elan B. Singer, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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