Can I put silicone tape over my tummy tuck scar even though there's still scab there?

February 13, 2016
Asked By:fcreja in New York, NY

Im 5 weeks post op. I still have very small areas that have crust/scabs on them. Will putting a silicone tape (for scar therapy) impair the wound healing under the scab? Should i wait until it falls off before doing this? (The scabs are taking forever to fall off, so im growing a little impatient).

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February 14, 2016

Answer: Silicone tape & scars

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