Hydroquinone for mommy make over scars?

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im just over 3 weeks post from mommy make over. My PS has me using scarguard begining at 3weeks. Would a Rx such as Hydroquinone work better?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Your #healing will continue for 2-3 months following the procedure(s) as the #scars will be evolving. If my patients have concerns that something is unusual about their healing process, it is important for them to call the office and discuss these concerns or come in to be examined. Also some severe scars can be treated with re-excision, laser, kenalog/5-FU injections, creams, silicone strips and other methods to reduce and improve healing. Additionally, scar therapy with scar maturation products (e.g. BioCorneum or Embrace) are suggested for managing scars. However, we recommend you wait to use scar improving products until a few weeks following your surgery.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

We recommend the use of Embrace Scar Therapy.  We have seen consistent results with this product line and our patients have been very pleased.  As with any scar therapy, the results will take time so try to be patient.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for inquiry. Hydroquinone is best used a few months after surgery as it can irritate the skin.  Please discuss when your surgeon his/her timing, and good luck.

Robert Heck, MD, FACS · Answer

For my patients I have a scar cream I recommend but not hydroquinone especially so soon after surgery. I would stick with what you surgeon said and give it time. It can appear pink or red for 6 months so make sure you give it time! Best of Luck

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Though always best to discuss any surgical incision site care with your surgeon hydroquinone and retinols can be useful in improving the appearance of scars.  You do need to allow sufficient time for the incisions to initially heal but can then pursue additional maneuvers at scar appearance improvement.

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