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How get rid of scars.
I was involved in an auto accident about two months ago.As a result,I needed surgery on my hip.It left a scar that is 8 inches long.I also have some scarring in front of my ear and on my temple from glass fragments.Any Ladies out there have any tested and true suggestions?All responses will be well appreciated.Thanks.
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Have you tried Mederma (I believe that's what it's called...). It's supposed to make the scars almost disappear.
Sorry I can't help you more.
Hope you are feeling better!
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I've also heard good things about mederma but I've never tried it. Your scars are still new that's a good thing they will fade over time probably one of the most important things is to keep your scars from being exposed to the sun. Use a high spf and don't tan them. Tanning scars makes them turn dark. At least that's what my ps told me after the boob job. My scars are practically invisible now. If that isn't acceptable to you down the line, they have lasers that remove scars also one of the ipl machines supposedly "repigment" scars.
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I've talked to my dermatologist about this. He gave me the name of a good laser specialist. UNtil I can afford those treatments I have used Curad's scar therapy pads. They work yet you have to use them religiously.
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When I had plastic surgery done on my breasts, my surgeon suggested Vitamin E capsules. Put a hole in the capsules, and squeeze the oil onto the scars. My scars seem to be healing quite nicely. I have tried Mederma, and it did nothing for me. I have heard really good things about Rejuveness silicone patches. The same idea as the Curad, but supposedly a much better quality.
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Thank you Ladies for your suggestions.Packing on concealer is getting old for me.I normally don't even wear any foundation or concealer so this feels too heavy for me.I am already back at work.I tip the DJ extra so I don't go on stage.I wear lower shoes and don't do nearly as many dances.I'm still going to physical therapy but it still hurts like CRAP!Some nights,I just work the reception desk.I truly love this business!!!
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You can get a tube of vitamin e oil, don't have to bother the mess of breaking capsules, and its cheaper. That's what was recommended for after knee surgery, but still got bad scars :(
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I almost forgot,because of my hip,I have to sell VIP's like crazy.At the Gold club and Treasures,they're semi-private so I don't really need to dance while I'm up there or worry about getting molested.
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Shift,how much are those laser treatments your talking about?That is something I'm considering down the line.Let me know how it works for you.
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Take large doses of vitamin E, you can take big doses quite safely so long as you don't have a medical condition that may be effected by this. Also apply vitamin E oil or cream directly to the scar. Ozoneated Olive Oil works great too if you can find someone who produces and distributes it correctly. (Ie it has to remain frozen when stored, and medical grade is best.) It's abit expensive, but a little goes a long way! A friend of mine gave me some, he uses it topically for scars. I used it around my eyes for 3 weeks as a moisturiser and was gobsmacked to find that the fine lines reduced alot within that short time!
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onlythebest-
I actually havent looked into the cost, but im sure its not going to be cheap Im also pretty sure that its going to take several treatments to completely rid the scar/s
Sorry I couldnt help with the cost info, since I know I dont have the money for it I kinda havent looked into it
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hi i have a scar on my left cheek through having cancer as a baby i really am trying to hide my scar any ideas
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I have tried both the vitamin e oil and the vitamin e capsules. The capsules are more of a nuisance since you have to poke holes to get the oil out, but for some reason the capsules seem to work better for me.
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I have a great friend that had the laser surgery done on her butt and hip area for stretch marks that were very deep. This process really worked wonders for her. She did had to take almost 2 weeks off afterwards, but the changes were a miricle (sp?) for her. You could no longer see the marks at all even 2 weeks after. I dont know how well this works for surgery marks though. When I had my B.A. I used vitamin e oil and this worked for me. How long ago was your surgery? I had to start using the oil about a week after. I have also used vitamin e oil after I had a minor surgery to see exactly what is wrong with my knee. This was 3 weeks ago and the scars are barely visiable now. The doctor was even impressed with the results.
These are just my experiences though. I hope I help you out.
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Wow,it seems like vitamin E oil is what works for just about everyone.I had my surgery two months ago and I'm REALLY sick of looking at the scars.I have glass lacerations on my face in front of ear,will the E oil help that also?Thanks,Ladies!
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A little update here--
I went to a laser specialist..The treatments with a discount(they were very kind to me)--are $185 a piece...they said however I would need 4-5 treatments so it will be anywhere between $720-$925 for 4-5 treatments..they did a test patch on me..and i dont see much of anything it has been nearly a week ..Im going to rethink this..I might try the mederma..I dont know that I want to spend nearly a grand on this right now..money isnt that great dancing around here...my consultation was almost $100 itself..but my doctor is supposively one of the top gurus of the laser..I was told he pushed for the fda approval of laser treatments..but I could have been misinformed..Either way Im going to look into the mederma and possibly starting to use those curad pads again.
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in addition to the vitamin e oil, try to find some helichrysum oil - i have a product that combines both and it is amazing!
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You could also try www.smartcover.com - this stuff is great! ;)
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i've noted this on other threads but I have had numerous laser scar therapy treatments. The cost really depends on location and what type of laser. I have had treatment on a surgical scar on my stomach using CO2 laser. Acne Scars with Yag laser and Smoothbeam.
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I had a c-section with my second baby and the Mederma has worked really well for me on the scar and my stretch marks....
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If your ear has healed already E wont help it. A laser will. But for now, why not try over the counter vitamin A products 10% or stronger to slough off dead skin and let new skin and cells keep growing.
I am a big fan of vitamin A, yes even for scars, i can't take E on my skin, i get a rash.
See a Dermatologist, alot of great products are out there now, and prescribed.
Good luck,
Pamela