I delivered my second baby via c section 14 weeks ago, I've got a lot of adhesions throughout the scar (much worse on my right side), you can't pull the skin around at all, it's just 'stuck' in position), i'm wearing a silicone sheet as much as I can and massaging the scar also. Would it be safe at this stage to have dermaroller / skin needling treatment on it? Would this help with the adhesions as well as the appearance of the scar? Many thanks
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Hi There
Thank you for your question.
Rule of thumb is roll till you go pink and then stop. Pressure should be light touch.
In our experience 3 x week is enough.
I hope that helps
Kind Regards
Dr Dinesh Maini
Thank you for your question! It is risky to use derma roller at home without supervision of an expert. The equipment needs to be sterile and done with right intervals and adequate aftercare treatment. If there is no severe scarring, smaller needle would deliver better results. Moreover, ...
