How long post op do I have to wait to use the scar strip bandages?

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I am one week post op and still have my dissolvable stitches in . Just wondering how long do I have to wait . To use the scar bandages and bio oil

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

I suggest my patients to wait 4-6 weeks, when their incisions are fully healed, before starting scar therapy. However, please speak with your surgeon as he/she may have different post op protocols.Regards,

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, in my practice I suggest people leave on the steri-strips for 1-2 weeks then remove them once they are getting loose and can be removed without discomfort.  The scar gel can be started within a few days after the steri-strips are removed, provided there are no little scabs or draining areas.  I would recommend speaking to your surgeon because there is variation in scar protocols.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, each surgeon uses different closure methods like suture, glue, tape which affects when you can use scar strips.  Please ask your surgoen to presnet you a timeline, good luck.

Terrence Murphy, MD · Answer

Your surgeon can give you the best answer to this question. I generally start scar treatments once any crusting of the wounds stops, usually around 3 weeks.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

Every PS will give different advice regarding the management of the scars and best to run this past your PS. Personally I tend to let everything settle for 6 weeks before recommending scar management.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Congratulations on your breast augmentation.  Of course it is important to get specific advice from your plastic surgeon.  Generally speaking I would not start silicon tapes for at least 3-4 weeks after surgery and then only if I believe they are needed.  If you do decide to use the silicon tapes Mepitac is by far the best brand.

How long post op do I have to wait to use the scar strip bandages?

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