What should I do to best prevent a permanent scar after suture removal from a facial laceration? (photos)

January 4, 2023
Asked By:muffin123456 in Marlboro, New Jersey

I fainted today for the first time and hit my face on a metal table. I was taken to the ER and received sutures on my eyelid near my eyebrow. I will be getting the sutures removed in 5-7 days. Since this is on a prominent part of my face, I am really worried about the scar that will result after suture removal. What products and procedures can I look into to prevent/minimize the scar I will be left with? I've ordered Mederma Gel and read about silicone sheets and laser scar treatments.

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Answer: Apply Plato's Scar Serum twice daily followed by Vbeam to defuse redness

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Answer: Treatment Between Weeks Eight & Twelve Critical Time After Suturing To Minimize Scarring

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Answer: Treatment Between Weeks Eight & Twelve Critical Time After Suturing To Minimize Scarring

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Answer: Scars from Sutures? Englewood Cliffs NJ

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Answer: Scars from Sutures? Englewood Cliffs NJ

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