Does anyone recommend mederma for scars? i just had neck surgery . the incision is healed good and no infection. it's just not looking very good.

It might, : The most important thing deb is to keep the scar protected from the sun. Mederma may help. Do not put vitamin e on the scar as this is an irritant. Scars take up to a year to heal.

Not really.: Mederma is an over-the-counter product for treating scars. The active ingredient is a plant extract but this product also has paraben, which some people think may be bad for your health. There are plenty of other options out there for scars, but clinical strength steroid-silicone mixtures are what i typically recommend. Talk to a plastic surgeon or dermatologist for brand names.

Scar creams: I am not an advocate of scar creams unless the scar is truly showing signs of hypertrophy. Simple massage with vit e oil is 'good enough' in my book. If you're convinced the cream is needed, i suggest you use it on half of your scar and just moisturizer on the other half and see for yourself if it really makes a difference.

Not a fan: Although there is some data to suggest that allium cepa (onion extract and the active ingredient in mederma) may have some beneficial effects on scar, itmismtather weak evidence and many individuals experienced skin reactions to some of the other ingredients. It is also advised to be applied 4 times a day which can be inconvenient for most individuals. Silicone gels have general been more effectiv.

Try vitamin e: A lot of my patients have had good results with vitamin e. When applied to the incision it really seems to lighten and even lessen the scar. If you just had surgery, also make sure you don't get it sunburned, which can sometimes lead it to becoming a keloid. Thank you for your question.