When a wound occurs, the body forms a scar to protect the wound during healing. In the best of worlds, this scar would blend in and look just like normal skin, but this is not the case. Scar tissue differs from normal skin in many ways. For example, it is less elastic, and lacks hair follicles and sweat glands. It is also more sensitive to the sun's rays. Scar tissue usually looks different, which is why we talk more about reducing scars, rather than removing them completely.
The visibility of a scar depends on several factors. The skin is differently thick on different parts of the body, which affects healing and therefore the size of the scar. For example, a scar from a procedure on the back is likely to be larger than one from a procedure on the face.
The products work on all types of scars, new and old, but results may vary. The best results are achieved when the scar is active and in the process of healing. Active scars are red and raised, while fully healed scars are white or brownish-purple. Scars are often most active in the first few months, but can be reduced even after that. Treatment can start as soon as the wound has healed and an intact scar tissue has formed.
The best results are achieved with early treatment, but the scar does not have to be completely new for silicone technology to be effective. The time it takes for scars to heal varies from person to person and differs between different scars. The healing process usually takes a few months to a year, but a deeper scar can be active for several years. The Pro-Sil staple, for example, has produced positive clinical results on scars as old as 15 years.
Our 100% medical silicone gel patches help you care for your scars from surgical procedures and operations. Specifically designed in different designs to treat everything from tummy tucks, hysterectomies and caesarean sections to breast lifts, breast augmentation and reduction. Epi-derm is available in both translucent and fabric-lined patches, and the patches are washable and reusable. Treatment for approximately 8-12 weeks is clinically proven to provide smoother and more even scars, as well as prevent the formation of new scars.
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