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Igot an accident and got12 stiches. 5 days later they were taken off and now i'm wondering when can i uncover the wound and start using a scar lotion.
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Now: Once the sutures are out, the skin is sealed. Safe to use creams/ointments. None have ever been proven to make much if a difference though.
Answered 9/18/2016
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