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How Do You Prevent Scarring After Sutures Have Been Removed on the Face?

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I recently had sutures on my face (below my brow bone and underneath my eye). The sutures were removed a week later. Right now, I think I have been taking the right preventative measures-leaving the area moist by applying Mederma at least 3-4 times a day? I also use sunscreen/sunblock of SPF110 when leaving the house. Is there anything else I should be doing? Given this my face, I am a little worried. Also, there is some redness the area. Anything to be worried about? Thank you!

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