Is it ok to take collagen supplements (pills) after upper blepharoplasty? Will this help or hinder the scar? I am 48 years old.

December 29, 2013
Asked By:ioanna in Manhattan, NY

4 weeks post op with extended scars to brow, not in the preferred crows feet area.

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March 16, 2022

Answer: Collagen Supplements Will Not Help Scar

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Answer: Collagen Supplements Will Not Help Scar

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January 2, 2014

Answer: Collagen supplements will not affect your healing.

John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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January 2, 2014

Answer: Collagen supplements will not affect your healing.

John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 30, 2013

Answer: Unfortunately, collagen supplements are unlikely to have any effect whatsoever.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 30, 2013

Answer: Unfortunately, collagen supplements are unlikely to have any effect whatsoever.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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