Alternative to Mepiform tape?

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I'm 3 weeks post op BA, my ps gave me mepiform tape for my inframammary incisions but I ran out. I can't find any stores locally that sell them, what is a good quality alternative that is possibly easier to find? Thanks! Her office is an hour away so I planned on waiting til my next appointment (in five days) to get more mepiform there.

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

From my patients I like to recommend silicone stickers, as they do a great job of decreasing scars.  They can be found in the scar section of any pharmacy. Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your recent breast augmentation! Mepiform is hard to find at regular stores, but perhaps some Steri-Strips will be easier to find. On the other hand, waiting a few days to get more tape from your surgeon is pretty reasonable. You should ask your plastic surgeon first before putting anything new on the incision. Best, Dr. ALDO

Moneer Jaibaji, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Remember, it is best to be seen in person by a double-board-certified plastic surgeon for precise diagnosis and treatment.

Bradley Remington, MD · Answer

Hello,

My typical scar reduction regiment is to use steri-strips for the first 2-3 weeks, then have my patients use Bio-Corneum or Mederma.  These products are more convenient than tape and applying them involves digital pressure which helps smooth the scar areas.

Bryan Criswell, MD · Answer

As with any of your care, you should clear everything with your plastic surgeon first.

Many people benefit from scar treatment (not all because some people heal fine without them and some make poor scars regardless) and there are a few available. Silicone is the main "ingredient" in most.

We give our patients Biocorneum, which is applied twice a day, has built in sunscreen, and is great.

Scar Away is over the counter, and it is placed on scars like tape, like mepiform.

NuGel is similar to Scar Away, and available online.

Just check with your doctor first!

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