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What to do if i had a dermal removed above my cheek bone. to reduce scaring, is it best to apply neosporin, or just let the wound scab up dry out?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Neosporin: Better to keep hydrated with neosporin. Be on the look out for redness a sign of reaction to neosporin ingredients.

Answered 10/7/2015

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