It’s been 3 years since I’ve had my tummy tuck and the scar is very dark and thick. I’ve tried some products but no luck. If you know of anything that could lighten it and shrinken it I would appreciate it
September 10, 2018
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Scar Care? Report Thank you for your question. I instruct all of my patients to perform daily scar massage and apply a silicone based scar ointment or tape to their incisions. I recommend Biocorneum. Please ask your board certified plastic surgeon for specific instructions regarding his or her scar management protocol. Hope this helps!
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September 10, 2018
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Scar Care? Report Thank you for your question. I instruct all of my patients to perform daily scar massage and apply a silicone based scar ointment or tape to their incisions. I recommend Biocorneum. Please ask your board certified plastic surgeon for specific instructions regarding his or her scar management protocol. Hope this helps!
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September 10, 2018
Answer: What is the best scar cream/treatment for tummy tuck scar from 3 years ago? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. Unfortunately without an in-person examination, or full series of photographs, it is difficult to offer definite advice. For most patients after 3 years their scar is mature and will not undergo any significant improvement - a case for a surgical scar revision. Depending on your desired goals you may be able to pursue topical treatments or micro needling to improve your results. See an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to discuss your specific case. Hope this helps.
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September 10, 2018
Answer: What is the best scar cream/treatment for tummy tuck scar from 3 years ago? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. Unfortunately without an in-person examination, or full series of photographs, it is difficult to offer definite advice. For most patients after 3 years their scar is mature and will not undergo any significant improvement - a case for a surgical scar revision. Depending on your desired goals you may be able to pursue topical treatments or micro needling to improve your results. See an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to discuss your specific case. Hope this helps.
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