For how long should I put vaseline on the scars after a facelift? And should I massage the scars?
Answer: Recommend applying Plato's Scar Serum twice daily Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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Answer: Recommend applying Plato's Scar Serum twice daily Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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January 10, 2016
Answer: Should I still be using Vaseline on my facelift incisions? Thank you for a great question. I would double check with your surgeon on there postoperative protocol. Typically, I have my patients use antibiotic ointment for the first two weeks, and then switch over to a scar gel. I hope that helps!"This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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January 10, 2016
Answer: Should I still be using Vaseline on my facelift incisions? Thank you for a great question. I would double check with your surgeon on there postoperative protocol. Typically, I have my patients use antibiotic ointment for the first two weeks, and then switch over to a scar gel. I hope that helps!"This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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January 9, 2016
Answer: Your Surgeon Should Provide You Detailed Post-Op Instructions, But Here's What I Tell My Patients I typically have patients use Vaseline (petroleum jelly) on the
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January 9, 2016
Answer: Your Surgeon Should Provide You Detailed Post-Op Instructions, But Here's What I Tell My Patients I typically have patients use Vaseline (petroleum jelly) on the
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Vaseline on Scars Thank you for your question.Every surgeon has their own protocols following operations to achieve the best outcome. There are many different opinions on exactly what should be done. I don't want to contradict what your surgeon wants you to do, so I recommend contacting them and asking for recommendations that are personalized to you, as they know you best. Best of luck!
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January 5, 2016
Answer: Vaseline on Scars Thank you for your question.Every surgeon has their own protocols following operations to achieve the best outcome. There are many different opinions on exactly what should be done. I don't want to contradict what your surgeon wants you to do, so I recommend contacting them and asking for recommendations that are personalized to you, as they know you best. Best of luck!
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January 2, 2016
Answer: Vaseline on scars after facelift Thank you for your question. You should obviously follow the instructions of your surgeon, but in general, petroleum based ointments are used while there is still scabbing (about a week after surgery). Other scar products can be used for a variable duration afterwards. Some recent studies indicate that silicone scar gel/sheet/tape or prolonged taping is superior to petroleum based ointments, Mederma or nothing at all. The studies are by no means definitive. All the best!
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January 2, 2016
Answer: Vaseline on scars after facelift Thank you for your question. You should obviously follow the instructions of your surgeon, but in general, petroleum based ointments are used while there is still scabbing (about a week after surgery). Other scar products can be used for a variable duration afterwards. Some recent studies indicate that silicone scar gel/sheet/tape or prolonged taping is superior to petroleum based ointments, Mederma or nothing at all. The studies are by no means definitive. All the best!
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