Is it ok to skip wearing your silicone sheeting while you workout for a couple of hours?

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I plan on working out and then directly taking a shower afterwards. I didn't want to get my sheets sweaty. I can wash them after the workout but they may not be dry by the time I get out of the shower. Is this ok to leave them of for a couple of hours?

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

Silicone stickers are a long-term treatment, and missing a few hours here and there will not have any effect.Best of luck!
Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your augmentation.  It is fine to work out without your silicone sheets for a period of time, it will not impact your long-term scar appearance.  Best wishes.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Require some missing info to address your question specifically:  How long has it been since your surgery?  Has your plastic surgeon given you the OK to work out at the gym?  Have your asked your plastic surgeon if you should use the silicone sheeting?Scars will improve over the course of a year.  Not all plastic surgeons agree that silicone sheeting is effective in both reducing scar size and improving scar appearance. However, by attaching the sheets to the scars, a buffer of sorts exists between the delicate and sensitive scar tissue and your clothes.  Be aware that you may need to wear the silicone sheets for months in order to achieve a satisfying result. Removing them for a couple of hours should be OK.  They are relatively inexpensive, so why not purchase a spare.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

F. True Lansden, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Silicone gel sheeting does not need to be worn continuously and can be removed while exercising and bathing.  Some people only wear their sheeting at night while they are sleeping.  You can use silicone gel sheeting in a way that suits your schedule without compromising your results.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is OK to do that. It is up to you and your PS. More time you wear better it is.

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