Please give me all the tips and advice you have for achieving the best scar possible. I understand that genetics play a large role and with any surgery a scar is inevitable. I just want to give my scar the best possible care I can. From online research, I've come up with the following : Vaseline, scar massage, ice packs, silicone scar sheets and tretinoin. Are these good options? If so, when should I start implementing each into my post care routine? Are there better things I should be doing?
I am having a breast lift with augmentation (anchor lift) August 23rd. I am not thrilled that I will have the vertical scar but have accepted it for the results I want. I would like to start using a scar minimizing cream/silicone sheet as soon as I am allowed. I would like suggestions as to what is the best from your experience.
I had my surgery on 9/28 Im about 7 weeks and now my left breast scars looks like I have a hold. My doctor says it is ok & Im just looking for a second opinion. Should I not used the silicone tape until those closed up & heal completely?
Hi. I got a breast lift 4 months ago. At first the incisions were very thin, but then they widened a lot, especially around the right areola, as you can see. Also still very red. Do the scars have a chance to get better naturally over time or is there anything that should be done about it? Will they fade even though they are wide? Been using silicone sheets but doesn't seem to make a big difference. Thank you Monkeygirda
Hi there, Im a little over a week post op and my surgeon gave me the OK to use silicone scar sheets over my scars right now, but its only convenient to apply them on my vertical scar. Can I use coconut oil to keep my areola scars and underneath my breasts horizontal scar hydrated? Thank you!
My new surgeon does tegaderm for 3 months then switches to silicone of my choice. I purchased embrace for my lollipop incision. This is a breast lift revision. My precious lift is atrocious and I was left with wide scars due to tension (I was told this by multiple consults I went on) Curious as to what other surgeons scar control protocol is, when do you have your patients start silicone sheets?
Hi there, I see many exercise related questions on here for after breast lift or reduction surgery. My question is for doctors who really know Bikram yoga: how long post breast lift do I need to wait to resume? I go daily for 90 minutes, so I will be missing it a lot! My biggest concern is the scarring, though from experience, my small scars disappear faster with the humidity in the classroom. Any suggestions? May I keep silicone sheets on during the activity?
Its been 26 days post op and Im so itchy and red, my scars pull too, my surgeons office said to start using the silicone tape on my scars, and since I started it I think Im developing a reaction to it??? My surgeon said itll take 6 months for full Results - any suggestions are appreciate! Thank you
I had a breast lift within the last 5 months. My doctor recommended silicone gel strips. They have helped reduce my scarring compared to what they were before, but nothing significant. The scars are causing pain and interfere with my movement. I have been seeing online that patients have treated their scars with injections and laser. However, I read that some injections may actually worsen the condition. I am at a loss for what I should do.