Was given clear today. He recommended Vitamin E oil and massaging scar. I have researched and seems to be a lot of recommendations between silicone sheets and the oil. So thought was silicone sheets all day, since says leave on for 12 hrs. Then oil and massage at night. Thought this would also help provide a barrier so clothing doesn’t irritate scar during day. My surgeon said it was personal preference so wanted a second opinion. Any tips? Pics attached are today at 15dpo. Thank you!
September 13, 2018
Answer: Vitamin e There is no scientific evidence that vitamin E improves scarring. In fact, there are several studies in the plastic surgery literature that demonstrate that topical vitamin E can have adverse dermatological effects. I have seen this in my practice where some patients have used topical vitamin E against my recommendation based on what they have read on the internet. I don’t advise anyone to go against their surgeon’s recommendations, as long as the surgeon is a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. However, it is reasonable to have a discussion with him or her about the scientific basis for the recommendation. There is clinical evidence that silicone and silicone sheets can improve scarring. Best wishes.
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September 13, 2018
Answer: Vitamin e There is no scientific evidence that vitamin E improves scarring. In fact, there are several studies in the plastic surgery literature that demonstrate that topical vitamin E can have adverse dermatological effects. I have seen this in my practice where some patients have used topical vitamin E against my recommendation based on what they have read on the internet. I don’t advise anyone to go against their surgeon’s recommendations, as long as the surgeon is a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. However, it is reasonable to have a discussion with him or her about the scientific basis for the recommendation. There is clinical evidence that silicone and silicone sheets can improve scarring. Best wishes.
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September 13, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear twinmom_14,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I recommend my patients to start using Biocorneum gel after week 6. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
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September 13, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear twinmom_14,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I recommend my patients to start using Biocorneum gel after week 6. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
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