My plastic surgeon has instructed me to use a silicone mixed scar cream to massage into my incisions. What's the best thing to do for scar care? I love my results and want to heal as fast as possible.
Answer: Scars after Mommy Makeover
There are many scar creams on the market today and most have no data backing their effectiveness. However, silicone based gels/creams/sheets do have some data supporting their use in improving scars. Follow the recommendations of your surgeon as he/she knows your history the best. Good luck!
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There are many scar creams on the market today and most have no data backing their effectiveness. However, silicone based gels/creams/sheets do have some data supporting their use in improving scars. Follow the recommendations of your surgeon as he/she knows your history the best. Good luck!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fade scars? Hello! Thank you for the question! It is common for scars to fully mature for up to a year. In the meantime, there are a few things that may help to ameliorate your incision/scar. The most proven (as well as cheapest) modality is simple scar massage. Applying pressure and massaging the well-healed scar has been shown to improve the appearance as it breaks up the scar tissue, hopefully producing the finest scar as possible. Other things that have been shown to add some benefit, albeit controversial, are silicone sheets, hydration, and topical steroids. I typically allow after 4-6 weeks postop and once fully healed. In addition, avoidance of direct sunlight to the incision will significantly help the appearance as they tend to discolor with UV light during the healing process. If unsightly scars are still present after approximately a year's time, other things that your surgeon may consider are intralesional steroid injections, laser, or just surgical revision of the scar itself. Lasers may also be an option for the appearance of your scars. If still no result, consideration for lasers, steroids, or scar revision may be entertained. Best wishes!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fade scars? Hello! Thank you for the question! It is common for scars to fully mature for up to a year. In the meantime, there are a few things that may help to ameliorate your incision/scar. The most proven (as well as cheapest) modality is simple scar massage. Applying pressure and massaging the well-healed scar has been shown to improve the appearance as it breaks up the scar tissue, hopefully producing the finest scar as possible. Other things that have been shown to add some benefit, albeit controversial, are silicone sheets, hydration, and topical steroids. I typically allow after 4-6 weeks postop and once fully healed. In addition, avoidance of direct sunlight to the incision will significantly help the appearance as they tend to discolor with UV light during the healing process. If unsightly scars are still present after approximately a year's time, other things that your surgeon may consider are intralesional steroid injections, laser, or just surgical revision of the scar itself. Lasers may also be an option for the appearance of your scars. If still no result, consideration for lasers, steroids, or scar revision may be entertained. Best wishes!
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October 22, 2013
Answer: Lighten scars from a mommy makeover or tummy tuck - Los Angeles After mommy makeover, I would use a combination of pulsed dye laser and Melarase creams to lighten the scars. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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Answer: Lighten scars from a mommy makeover or tummy tuck - Los Angeles After mommy makeover, I would use a combination of pulsed dye laser and Melarase creams to lighten the scars. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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September 21, 2013
Answer: Scars Improved
Silicone based gels and tapes are very helpful at optimizing scars following a tummy tuck. Steroid injections may also be helpful for thicker scars.
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Silicone based gels and tapes are very helpful at optimizing scars following a tummy tuck. Steroid injections may also be helpful for thicker scars.
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September 19, 2013
Answer: Best thing to Fade My Scars
This answer depends on exactly what you are trying to achieve and at what stage (time period) we are referring to in your healing process. If your scar is the result of a trauma or an elective surgical procedure may also influence the process as well as the location of the scar. If the area is exposed to the sun then avoidance of sun and sun blockers are indicated. If the area in question is under stretch then taping it or splinting it or compressing it in a manner that minimizes the stretch or expansion in the early phase of healing is a good idea. If the area is in a place that gets rubbed and irritated (bra line, belt line) then padding that area will minimize irritation and if you decorate the area (earlobe repair) leaving out the jewelry for 2-3 months will improve your results. If trauma is the cause of the scar with road tattoo in the wound then an early dermabrasion to remove the foreign dirt would be indicated. A keloid or hypertrophic scar already established would require anything from silicone sheeting to steroid injections to radiation treatments. Finally if the scar looks good but is pink it may require some bleaching cream such as hydroquinones or a combination with silicone, retin A and hydrocortisone. In the end most scars will heal well if they have been closed appropriately by a plastic surgeon without the need of any of these.
William Aiello, M.D. Newport Beach CA
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Answer: Best thing to Fade My Scars
This answer depends on exactly what you are trying to achieve and at what stage (time period) we are referring to in your healing process. If your scar is the result of a trauma or an elective surgical procedure may also influence the process as well as the location of the scar. If the area is exposed to the sun then avoidance of sun and sun blockers are indicated. If the area in question is under stretch then taping it or splinting it or compressing it in a manner that minimizes the stretch or expansion in the early phase of healing is a good idea. If the area is in a place that gets rubbed and irritated (bra line, belt line) then padding that area will minimize irritation and if you decorate the area (earlobe repair) leaving out the jewelry for 2-3 months will improve your results. If trauma is the cause of the scar with road tattoo in the wound then an early dermabrasion to remove the foreign dirt would be indicated. A keloid or hypertrophic scar already established would require anything from silicone sheeting to steroid injections to radiation treatments. Finally if the scar looks good but is pink it may require some bleaching cream such as hydroquinones or a combination with silicone, retin A and hydrocortisone. In the end most scars will heal well if they have been closed appropriately by a plastic surgeon without the need of any of these.
William Aiello, M.D. Newport Beach CA
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