Silver sulfadiazine cream for chemical peel burns?

Question

I’ve read many articles and reviews of silver sulfadiazine cream for healing burns and reducing scarring- though in the literature it is not proven. Should I get this for my chemical peel burn scars or rely on vitamin E? There seems to be mixed opinions of it. Thank you!

Brian Maloney, MD, FACS · Answer

There are many different types of peels and a similar quantity of different post treatment instructions. It will be important to follow your provider's treatment protocol to hopefully wind up with the results that you want.As a general rule, Silver sulfadiazine can be used during the stage of open wounds, not for scars. It should not be used in patients with sulfa allergies.

Sheila Barbarino, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question! It depends on how deep and what kind of chemical peel your doctor performed. I agree with Dr. Brecht below, the best post treatment is what your provider recommends. Whatever you do use-stay out of the sun, stay out of the sauna, and contact your doctor if something doesn't seem right or you didn't understand their instructions. I hope this helps. Good luck!

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! There are many different types of peels and a similar quantity of different post treatment instructions. It will be important to follow your provider's treatment protocol to hopefully wind up with the results that you want. Best of luck!

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

The best post peel treatment is that which your provider recommends.Often good hydration with thick hydating topicals is enough.Silvadene does work amazing for burn patients. The treatments have been around for many decades, and are proven effective.Best. Dr Brecht

Silver sulfadiazine cream for chemical peel burns?

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