Is it okay to use silicone scar gel on the eyelids after an upper blepharoplasty?

March 9, 2019
Asked By:jelllyb in San Francisco, California

I’m 3 weeks post op & am going to use it on the scars around my ears & was wondering if it’s ok to use it on my eyelids as well. Thanks so much!

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March 11, 2019

Answer: Silicone scar gel

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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March 11, 2019

Answer: Silicone scar gel

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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May 18, 2023

Answer: Plato's scar serum twice daily will help healing process of the scars

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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May 18, 2023

Answer: Plato's scar serum twice daily will help healing process of the scars

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 11, 2019

Answer: As it turns out, scar gel is ineffective.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
March 11, 2019

Answer: As it turns out, scar gel is ineffective.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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March 19, 2019

Answer: Scar cream

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March 19, 2019

Answer: Scar cream

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March 11, 2019

Answer: Silicone Scar Gel for Blepharoplasty Incisions

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Answer: Silicone Scar Gel for Blepharoplasty Incisions

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