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Silicone adhesives for scars such as gels or sheets are an effective first step in scar treatment, these can be used as soon as the wound has healed over and on ‘over-active’ scarring. Silicone products aim to keep the scar moisturised and offers a protective layer.
For optimum results gels and sheets should be used continuously for at least three months. Silicone adhesives for scars aim to flatten and reduce redness of scars as well as relieving symptoms such as itchiness and tingling, during your consultation silicone treatments may be advised as a conservative first step method before proceeding onto more invasive treatments.
Silicone has been proved to reduce the redness of scars over time and continuous use, they have also been shown to flatten and mature scars at a quicker rate. Silicone gels can also help to relieve symptoms of a scar such as itch and discomfort.
Silicone gel or spray for scars should be applied frequently for a period time, typically 2-3 times a day for at least three months to see improvement. Silicone sheets can be worn continuously for 24-48 hours depending on the brand and most are water resistant.
As soon as your wound has healed over and any bleeding or scabbing has stopped, you can begin using silicone adhesives for scars.
"Relaxed, clean, calm, professional environment. I was made to feel both welcome and in very experienced and caring hands. Perfect."
"Nurses were kind, supportive and able to answer questions; surgeon inspired confidence; appointment was on time; instructions were clear and easy to follow."
"Experience was positive from start to finish. The staff were professional and caring. I felt that I was in excellent hands."
"I was treated by Mr Jorge Leon-Villapalos last year. I have honestly never received such good care, Mr Leon-Villapalos is very caring and was very sensitive about my issue. He explained everything in detail. The Scar Clinic booking team also made the whole process easy and hassle free. I would 100% recommend this practice, top notch service!"
"Great staff, and knowledge. I called the clinic after I had a traumatic experience elsewhere which left me with 2nd-degree burns. Very, very pleased with the results of the burn, it disappeared and left no scarring with the dressing and treatment Mr Goutos used. My experience as a whole has been more than pleasant and I would recommend both the clinic and Mr Goutos to all!"
"My experience has been absolutely wonderful - many thanks to Mr Leon-Villapalos and team. He’s been extremely patient in taking time to explain things in full, prompt in answering all the questions I had throughout my recovery. Excellent communicator and very kind indeed. Scrub nurses were lovely, and in general I can’t fault my experience with you at all."
"Everything and everyone - from environment to all staff (reception, nurses, and of course Dr. Firas who is a great doctor and a very charming and warm person who makes patients feel at ease even when their situation isn’t the lightest). Overall, very good experience!"
"The surgeon answered all of my concerns and I felt confident to undergo the procedure and came out feeling confident I received very good care. The staff and nurses gave me personal attention and were quite courteous, they readily gave me any information that I needed. They were particular in helping me go through all the steps I needed in preparation for the procedure. "
"Excellent experience through and through. Friendly staff and extended team. Mr Leon-Villapalos is an exceptional communicator and made me feel at ease throughout both of my procedures with him."
"I have been coming to the Clinic for over a year now and the experience has always been extremely professional and courteous. Having major surgery can be a daunting process but the clinic has at all times provided excellent care across all aspects."
