I'm 17 days post op from. TT and BA. I Want to start using silicone sheeting I'm my.TT scar. How soon can I start? I did not have steri strips. My PS used stitches. I'm not doing anything with the scar except cleaning and putting ointment on it.
December 25, 2020
Answer: Scar treatment after tummy tuck surgery After tummy tuck , the wounds take 2-3 weeks to heal. once all wounds are healed, then you can start scar management. You should apply good quality moisturising cream and massage with gentle pressure, Use of silicone gel or sheets can help with scar to settle nicely.
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December 25, 2020
Answer: Scar treatment after tummy tuck surgery After tummy tuck , the wounds take 2-3 weeks to heal. once all wounds are healed, then you can start scar management. You should apply good quality moisturising cream and massage with gentle pressure, Use of silicone gel or sheets can help with scar to settle nicely.
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April 8, 2019
Answer: How Soon After Surgery Can I Start Scar Treatment? You are typically okay to use once the scars have healed but surgeons often have different opinions so it's probably best if you discuss this with your own surgeon. Hope that helps, best of luck!
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April 8, 2019
Answer: How Soon After Surgery Can I Start Scar Treatment? You are typically okay to use once the scars have healed but surgeons often have different opinions so it's probably best if you discuss this with your own surgeon. Hope that helps, best of luck!
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February 22, 2019
Answer: How Soon After Surgery Can I Start Scar Treatment? Hello and thank you for posting your question. I always ask patients to wait until the scar is fully closed and therefore strong enough for silicon sheets. In most cases patients can start using them after 3 to 4 weeks post-op. But some scars take longer to heal. Drains, for example, come out several days after the procedure, so you might need to wait a little longer to use silicon sheets on these spots. Generally speaking, I feel 2 weeks is to soon. I ask patients to wait ta least 3, maybe even 5 weeks, depending on how the scar is healing. Please ask your PS and make sure he is ok with this type of scar treatment.Best of luck on your recovery!Dr. Miguel Mota
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February 22, 2019
Answer: How Soon After Surgery Can I Start Scar Treatment? Hello and thank you for posting your question. I always ask patients to wait until the scar is fully closed and therefore strong enough for silicon sheets. In most cases patients can start using them after 3 to 4 weeks post-op. But some scars take longer to heal. Drains, for example, come out several days after the procedure, so you might need to wait a little longer to use silicon sheets on these spots. Generally speaking, I feel 2 weeks is to soon. I ask patients to wait ta least 3, maybe even 5 weeks, depending on how the scar is healing. Please ask your PS and make sure he is ok with this type of scar treatment.Best of luck on your recovery!Dr. Miguel Mota
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