Surg Cosmet Dermatol. 2018;10(4):298-302
Scar formation is the natural healing response of the skin to reestablish dermal integrity after an injury. Besides being unsightly, the scars can also be hypertrophic or keloids, which makes treatment challenging and many times unsatisfactory. Ethnicity and site of the lesion have an important role in the formation of scar types, but it is not always possible to predict the final result. The use of topical silicone has been an option for scar management and the target of many publications over the years. It is believed that its early use can prevent the development of abnormal scars and treat existing scars.
Keywords: Scars, prevention & control; Silicone gels; Treatment
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