How to prevent scarring on periareolar incision after surgery?

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What products etc would you recommend using on periareolar incision to help reduce or prevent scarring around the Areola after breast implant

Chirag Mehta, MD · Answer

Although I have my patients use silicone gel/strips after surgery, nothing beats good surgical technique. Individual bodily healing properties are different and unpredictable, so going to a surgeon who uses the best technique will beat the effects of any product, without question.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Passionate315742,
for scars, I close all of my incisions in 5 layers and do not use absorbable sutures because they cause inflammation and worse scarring. I tape all of my incisions in the office visits once a week for six weeks after surgery to improve the appearance. After taping, I start my patients on a scar gel therapy for 3 months that they have to put on their incisions twice daily.You should discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon as different surgeons have different approaches in scar management.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The key to scar treatment is consistency.  Once cleared to do so by your surgeon you can begin using either silicone topical treatments or strips.  Use them as directed for an extended time.  If you use them for a few days you are not going to get maximum benefits.  If you are healing suboptimally you can also look into options such as steroid injections or lasers, depending on the concern.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You can use any scar products like Mederma or Scar Guard to help. this will be better than any oil for that area.

Sanjib Tripathee, MD · Answer

You need to talk with your surgeon regarding postoperative scar management. First 2-3 weeks steri-strip are helpful for reducing the tension in the wound. Then, you can go for silicon-gel sheet for 2-3 months. You can also massage your scar once the wound he healed, which helps to make it soft.

Jose Suarez, MD · Answer

Have a nice day! Here’s Dr. Jose Suarez hoping to answer all your doubts. Healing depends on the patient's characteristics, not on the type of suture used.

Garrett A. Wirth, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

These surgical sites tend to heal very well.  Consider early scar massage and discuss with your surgeon about silicone based scar products/opportunities.  I recommend you work with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

How to prevent scarring on periareolar incision after surgery?

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