How long should I wear silicone sheets to where they are still effective? March 7th I’ll be 3 months post op tummy tuck and MR.
Answer: How long should I wear silicone sheets to where they are still effective? Silicone sheeting can be used for at least 3 - 6 months, longer if necessary. A scar can take up to 12 months to fully mature and fade, some may even experience scar improvements for up to 2 years.
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Answer: How long should I wear silicone sheets to where they are still effective? Silicone sheeting can be used for at least 3 - 6 months, longer if necessary. A scar can take up to 12 months to fully mature and fade, some may even experience scar improvements for up to 2 years.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: How Long to Use Silicone Sheeting After a Tummy Tuck This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients depending on how they are healing, the silicone can be used for 3 to 6 months, or longer if necessary. Good luck.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: How Long to Use Silicone Sheeting After a Tummy Tuck This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients depending on how they are healing, the silicone can be used for 3 to 6 months, or longer if necessary. Good luck.
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Scar sheeting Thanks for your inquiry, I do not think there is any more effect of the scar sheeting after three months, but please check with your surgeon, good luck.
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Scar sheeting Thanks for your inquiry, I do not think there is any more effect of the scar sheeting after three months, but please check with your surgeon, good luck.
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Scar Dear julieshane35, I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery. I recommend my patients to use silicone scar gel for 3 months. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Scar Dear julieshane35, I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery. I recommend my patients to use silicone scar gel for 3 months. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Silicone Sheets Dear julieshane35,Most surgeons recommend 2-3 months although scar remodeling occurs up to 1 year, so some recommend longer. Your surgeon should have a recommendation based on his/her experience.Best regards,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.Certified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Silicone Sheets Dear julieshane35,Most surgeons recommend 2-3 months although scar remodeling occurs up to 1 year, so some recommend longer. Your surgeon should have a recommendation based on his/her experience.Best regards,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.Certified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
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