I am 6 weeks post op and would like to start using bio oil to reduce the visibility of my scars.. Are my scars healed enough or shall I wait until the scabs have fallen off?
March 5, 2016
Answer: Scar treatment You should wait at least until the scabs fall offThen, you can massage with the oil, and for even better results, wear silicone stickers 24/7. You may need to do this for a few months, but in the end it is ultimately the only thing which has been shown to topically reduce the appearance of scars.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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March 5, 2016
Answer: Scar treatment You should wait at least until the scabs fall offThen, you can massage with the oil, and for even better results, wear silicone stickers 24/7. You may need to do this for a few months, but in the end it is ultimately the only thing which has been shown to topically reduce the appearance of scars.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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March 7, 2016
Answer: Bio Oil? Thank you very much for your question.In general I advise patients to wait until all of the scabs have fallen off so we know the incision is actually fully healed. However, I recommend you discuss this with your surgeon, as every doctor has their own postoperative protocols for when things can be started. Best of luck!
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March 7, 2016
Answer: Bio Oil? Thank you very much for your question.In general I advise patients to wait until all of the scabs have fallen off so we know the incision is actually fully healed. However, I recommend you discuss this with your surgeon, as every doctor has their own postoperative protocols for when things can be started. Best of luck!
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