Breast Augmentation Scar

Breast augmentation, a surgical procedure to increase the size of the breasts, is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 347,524 breast augmentations were reported in 2007. While this popular procedure may improve appearance and self-esteem, it can also leave scars. Plastic surgeons are the most skilled wound closure experts in the world. They will make every effort to minimize the size and visibility of such scars however there is only so much that can be done. For those left with visible scars, there are options. There are a number of creams, gels and ointments on the market for treating scars. One of the most popular treatments is the use of silicone gel sheeting. This is a thick sheet of medical grade silicone with a sticky undersurface. The sheeting is applied to the skin with the sticky side down and worn for several weeks. Although this treatment has proven very effective it has some drawbacks. The sheets are bulky and very visible if worn on areas not covered by clothing. When worn under clothing they are hard to keep on the skin as clothing rubs against them constantly. In addition they must be cleaned and reapplied repeatedly. In 1998 Hanson Medical introduced Scarfade scar gel, a topical silicone treatment that can be applied like a cream. This product is recommended by plastic surgeons, dermatologists and other medical professionals all over the world. Scarfade offers the benefits of silicone sheeting without the drawbacks. It is invisible, comfortable and can be covered with cosmetics or sunscreen. For more information, including clinical studies, we invite you to browse our website.

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