Description
Recent scar treatment guidelines emphasize the need for preventative measures after wound closure to prevent excessive scar formation. Silicone is considered the gold standard for first line treatment and prevention of hypertrophic scars and keloids. Silagen is the first and only comprehensive, physician-exclusive line of medical grade silicone scar therapies. This product protects from UV exposure to help prevent brown hyperpigmentation of the scar, which may become permanent. Includes medical grade silicone + zinc oxide, a general mineral sunscreen. Faster drying than any other silicone gels. Soft Silky feel preferred by 98% of physicians surveyed. No extra potentially irritating ingredients.
Instructions
Begin use after 2 weeks (you may begin using the gel once the wound has closed no bleeding or oozing) and after any removable stitches have been removed. Do not put on open wounds. Ensure the scar area is clean and dry, as well as free from creams, lotions, ointments, and powders. Apply a very small amount of gel to the scar and gently massage. Allow drying. Once dry, cosmetics and compression garments may be used over the scar. Use twice daily for 8-12 weeks for optimal results. Patients who use Silagen consistently twice a day for 2 months get the best results. If you are prone to forming excessive scars (hypertrophic or keloid) you may want to continue treatment for up to 6 months. Do not use the gel under Silagen silicone sheets, strips, or shapes. They will not stick to the skin if you do.
