Can I use Kelo-cote after blepharoplasty?

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Hello,can I use Celo-cote gel on my upper lid after blepharoplasty an when can I start using it?Thank you.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Cosmetic surgery procedures require a disciplined approach to scars, whether or not the incisions are placed on the face or body. In our Los Angeles plastic surgery clinic, we recommend that patients follow basic wound healing guidelines followed by the application of Plato’s Scar Serum twice daily once the skin is healed. If the incisions are prone to pigmentation, addition of Melarase PM is required. After a few weeks, the skin heals over and laser therapy is initiated to further improve scarring.

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Scott Trimas, MD · Answer

It is typically safe to use this product or any of the scar fade creams about two to three weeks after your surgical procedure presuming you have healed up from your surgery. If you have not healed yet I would wait at least another week or so and I would make sure you do not get the cream in your eyes.

Lawrence Kass, MD · Answer

Yes, you can use Kelocote on your upper eyelids if you take care to avoid getting them in the eyes.  I'd advisie waiting until at least 2 weeks after the procedure.

Clyde Mathison, MD · Answer

Yes, you can use Kelo-cote on blepharoplasty incisions, but you will first want to discuss this with your cosmetic surgeon.  However, make sure you do not get any in your eyes.

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