Why Do I Have to Cream the Scars After Thigh Reduction Surgery?

It's not unusual for patients to be concerned about scarring following thigh lift surgery. The scars following this procedure are potentially long and are not easily hidden.In an effort to minimize scarring, a variety of maneuvers have been utilized. These include techniques designed to decrease tension on the wound closure, examples include steri-strips, silicone scar sheeting and compressive support devices.Massage of scars with a variety of topical agents has been shown to be helpful,as well. It's also important to avoid sun exposure and tanning. In the occasional patient who develops hypertrophic scarring steroid injections may be helpful, as well.It's important to remember that wound remodeling occurs for at least 12-18 months following surgery. If you're concerned about scarring following thigh lift surgery, it's important to discuss this issue with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to help you manage this problem.

Massaging the scars after surgery is good to get the best possible scar.  I recommend Mederma 4x/day for 8 weeks.

Great question Marisa. The tradeoff of having better a contour to your thighs with thigh reduction surgery is the scars that result. The best way to minimise these scars is to adhere strictly to your doctor's recommended scar management techniques. Techniques vary but massage, compression garments and taping are common components. In most cases the techniques are recommended for 6-8 weeks, although troublesome scars will benefit from longer treatment. Your scars will continue to mature for 1-2 years.

Good luck! JT