Question 1

can hydroquinone cream help to lighten a scar due to stitches?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If it works the result will be modest. Don't use it too early either. Wait until the scar has healed completely.

Question 2

does clobeta gm cream work to remove scars?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely to work: Clobeta gm cream is a steroid cream which can lessen inflammation and is used to treat autoimmune diseases.  It is not generally useful for scars.  It is best used to prevent development of scars in conditions such as eczema.

Question 3

what is a good cream to make scars dissappear?

Accepted Answer

Scars don't go away: They are the result of healing and are permanent. They do, however, mature, i.e. With time. There are some treatments and procedures that may hasten their maturation and make their appearance less objectionable. A plastic surgeon or dermatologist would be a good place to start.

Question 4

what is the best scars cream that helps scars disappear?

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Scarring permanent: The body heals wounds and cuts through application of scar tissues.  They often can improve with use of silicone based topical products from gel sheeting to topical gel application.  It is thought to maintain a "moist' environment which is soothing and helps shorted the period of redness.  Some surgeons accept use of mild digital massage with lubricant creams/lotions containing 1% steroids.

Question 5

can i use ponds or l'oreal repair creams if i am still 21 to repair fine lines or scars ?

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Yes: Yes there is no age limit. Also try to stay out the sun and use sun screen

Question 6

can skinoren cream help scars?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The main ingredient, azaleic acid, is used to treat acne or rosacea.  It acts as an antibiotic but it also can lessen inflammation and can  lessen post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation, so if the scar is hyperpigmented or inflamed, it could be of some use.  There are other preparations more suited to scar reduction, such as silicone gels.

Question 7

can i use wrinkle cream for a scar?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: A wrinkle and a scar are very different and usually require different treatments. A wrinkle is a fold that creates a shadow. A wrinkle cream usually will tighten the skin to make it smoother and less likely to from a shadow, which is what makes it noticeable. A scar can be visible due to shadow, texture, or color. A qualified plastic surgeon or dermatologist should be able to advise you.

Question 8

i want a cream for dog bites scars?

Accepted Answer

Heal scar first: You have dog bite scars.  First make sure these scars are well healed.  No signs of infection. I encourage patients to wait a least 1year before any revision.  Use a strong sin block on the area to minimize sun damage to the scar.  Over time the scar should minimize.  If it is growing larger see a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 9

what is the best cream to treat pox scars?

Accepted Answer

Can't really get RID: Of scars, but you can reduce their noticibility.  Use a cream called Mederma to reduce the appearance of scars.

Question 10

can i use mometastone furoate cream on a scar?

Accepted Answer

Do not recommend : It is a steroid cream used primarily on skin condition as eczema, temporary itch due to irritants as   poison oak and such. Scar is a heeling skin process and takes time.Scar is more delicate than normal skin and best is use skin moisturizer, avoid sun exposure and other irritants. Steroid cream can further thin  scar skin area  and make prone to cracking.

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