I have had an armlift 4 weeks ago and am using a scar silicon gel... Strataderm once a day. Would it be better to use this twice a day? Or would silicon sheets with compression over the top be a better option
September 5, 2014
Answer: Scar Treatment - Silicone sheeting works the best JD,I get this question all the time and its important to know what works and what is just hype.Arm lift scars are the most annoying scars to plastic surgeons and there really is no way around them but there are ways to improve them. Currently, the only proven method of reducing scar hypertrophy is silicone based products or hydrocortisone injections.I would certainly have to examine you to give accurate advice but hypothetically speaking since you are only 4 weeks out I would stick to the silicone based products. To be honest, silicone sheeting will work better than any gel. If you can wear sleeves to conceal the sheeting I would wear it nonstop throughout the day and night. Take off only to shower. If you ever see a burn patient compression garment, they are lined with silicone sheeting to reduce scar formation. Its because it works!The good thing is you can find the silicone sheets at CVS and they are reasonably priced. If you still want to use your gel, place that underneath the silicone sheeting.I hope you found this helpful,Dr. BarrettBeverly Hills, CA
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September 5, 2014
Answer: Scar Treatment - Silicone sheeting works the best JD,I get this question all the time and its important to know what works and what is just hype.Arm lift scars are the most annoying scars to plastic surgeons and there really is no way around them but there are ways to improve them. Currently, the only proven method of reducing scar hypertrophy is silicone based products or hydrocortisone injections.I would certainly have to examine you to give accurate advice but hypothetically speaking since you are only 4 weeks out I would stick to the silicone based products. To be honest, silicone sheeting will work better than any gel. If you can wear sleeves to conceal the sheeting I would wear it nonstop throughout the day and night. Take off only to shower. If you ever see a burn patient compression garment, they are lined with silicone sheeting to reduce scar formation. Its because it works!The good thing is you can find the silicone sheets at CVS and they are reasonably priced. If you still want to use your gel, place that underneath the silicone sheeting.I hope you found this helpful,Dr. BarrettBeverly Hills, CA
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September 5, 2014
Answer: Silicone Gel Sheet for Scarring Silicone gel sheeting (SGS) is usually worn 23 hrs a day, only taken off during showers etc. Other plastic surgeons recommend to place SGS on at night and off during the day. The treatment duration is 3 months and can improve the over-all appearance of surgical scars. I would advise massaging the scar as well twice or three times a day after that with Bio-Oil (Vit E) to help break up some of that scar tissue. For scars that continue to remain pink/red, vascular lasers (like the V-beam laser) can be beneficial as well.Good luck!
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September 5, 2014
Answer: Silicone Gel Sheet for Scarring Silicone gel sheeting (SGS) is usually worn 23 hrs a day, only taken off during showers etc. Other plastic surgeons recommend to place SGS on at night and off during the day. The treatment duration is 3 months and can improve the over-all appearance of surgical scars. I would advise massaging the scar as well twice or three times a day after that with Bio-Oil (Vit E) to help break up some of that scar tissue. For scars that continue to remain pink/red, vascular lasers (like the V-beam laser) can be beneficial as well.Good luck!
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