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2. Hypertrophic Scar: Treatment, Causes, Image, and More

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   Scars are common during the wound healing process, but a hypertrophic scar is a result of an abnormal response to a trauma or injury. ... Silicone sheets: Silicone elastomer sheets are noninvasive ...

3. Silicone gel sheeting - Wikipedia

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   Silicone gel sheeting produces a statistically significant reduction in scar thickness and color amelioration. Therefore, it is an evidence-based non-invasive preventive treatment. Results of comparative studies on the effectiveness of silicone gel sheeting and silicone gel do not show significant differences between the two.

4. Keloid Scar Treatments: Do They Work? - WebMD

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   Dermatologists recommend using silicone-based products for scars for at least 12 hours per day. Silicone gels and sheets work best on small keloids or as a preventative measure on fresh scars.

5. How to Prevent Scarring Following Cuts and Other Injuries

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   Use silicone sheets, gels, or tapes. Research suggests that covering a wound with silicone can help improve a scar’s appearance. Sheets, gels, and tapes all seem to be effective.

6. How to reduce the appearance of scars, according to experts - AOL

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   Here are the top expert-recommended ingredients that can help reduce the appearance of scars and color changes: Silicone: “After the wound closes, silicone gels can help the scar heal the best ...

7. How to Take Care of Your Stitches - WebMD

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   Keeping the wound moist allows for faster healing with less scarring. ... Silicone sheets or gels. Products with silicone may help soften scars and improve the color if you use them at least 12 ...