What's the best post-op scar cream?

Postoperative management of scars can be very important for some individuals, especially if one is genetically predisposed to unsightly scars. For sure, the scar should be protected from the sun with sunblock for the first 6 to 12 months. Other common techniques include scar massage and also the use of silicone tapes placed over the scar. Lasers are sometimes used. Scar creams are probably the least effective of the treatment options but if one is utilizing a scar cream, most feel that silicone-based creams work best. There are some available that also have sunblock included within them. Do remember that scars settle with time and may take one to two years before final results.

At about 10 - 14 days after surgery, post-operative scar management strategies are begun. 
These strategies include:
The use of sunscreen to keep the incisions from getting too pinkGentle massage of the incisions and operative area, to encourage blood flow and to keep the scars from getting too raisedThe use of a silicone based scar gel, such as ScarAway 100% Silicone Self Drying Scar Repair Gel, to help encourage optimal scar maturation. Follow the link below to find ScarAway on Amazon.These strategies are continued for the full scar maturation period of 9 months to a year.

Thank you for your question. I agree that  BioCorneum is a good option. I see great results with this product. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Hoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrook Chicago 

There are a lot of different products out there to improve the appearance of scars. i recommend silicone tape. Scaraway is a good product. Simply cut the pad down to strips which will cover the scar. you can wear the same piece for even a week or so. Just leave it on. you can shower with it in place. wear it continuously for three months.

Each scar is different and your surgeon will need to evaluate how you heal following the procedure. In general, the use of topical silicone based products have been shown to benefit the ultimate outcome of scars.

Dear Summer,   The first step in obtaining nice scar after tummy tuck surgery, is to have surgery performed by an experienced and skilled board certified plastic surgeon, who will be able to place the scar low and in the groin crease. Also, your surgeon should perform meticulous and strong repair of the wound, in order to prevent spreading and widening of the scar, which can cause hypertrophic scar.   Once, you did your due diligence and chose your surgeon wisely, who did the above mentioned requirement, there is place for applying products on the scar that will help it to mature and heal nicely. There are many product in the market for that purpose and each doctor has it's own preference. Also, patients respond differently to scar care product.     I recommend to my patients to use Coco butter, Vitamin E, Mederma, Shay butter, which they can apply  singularly or alternate them. One of my staff, who is African American and had multiple surgeries by me, including tummy tuck, used these products and had excellent outcome. You are welcome to call my office and talk to her about it. (JoJo at 703-506-0300 after 9 am)                                           Best of luck,                                                                  Dr Widder

Hello and thank you for your question. I always recommend biocornyium to my patients.  I have had extremely good results with this product.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

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 for three months. Please ask your board certified plastic surgeon for specific instructions regarding his or her scar management protocol. Hope this helps!

Hello and thanks. Any scar cream with a silicone-base and built-in sunscreen will do. You will need a good postoperative garment for uniform compression, and occasionally you will need gauze bandages. Good luck
Best regards 
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We have seen consistent results with the topical silicone product bioCorneum which is FDA approved and also has SPF 30 within the product.  Applying this early and consistently is important in achieving optimal results.