How to Care for Scars After Surgery
Protect the wound for six weeks, then use scar management consistently for six months. Sun is the single biggest enemy.
For the first six weeks the priority is a clean, dry, well-supported wound. Follow the dressing plan exactly. Do not soak in a bath, swim, or use hot water directly on the wound until cleared. Support garments (for breast, abdominoplasty and body work) are part of scar care, not optional.
From about week 3–6, scar management begins: silicone gel or silicone sheeting used daily for at least three months, gentle massage once fully healed, and consistent sun protection — SPF 50, physical cover, no direct sun on the scar for at least six months. Ultraviolet exposure on an immature scar is the single most reliable way to leave it darker permanently.
Scars mature over 12–18 months. What looks red or firm at three months usually flattens and pales substantially by twelve. If a scar becomes raised, itchy or thickened, tell the rooms — early intervention is much more effective than late.
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