Dermatix Scar Treatment Gel, 15 g

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Patients suffering from third-degree or second-degree burns (cases 1 and 2) showed marked improvement in scarring following wound debridement, xenograft and Dermatix Ultra silicone gel treatment ( Figures 1 and ​ and2).

Interestingly, case 6 demonstrates the effect of treated (using Dermatix Ultra) and non-treated surgical scars in the same patient. The Dermatix Fabric Gel sheet is lined on one side with silicone which sticks to the skn and the other side is lined with silky-smooth fabric which makes it comfortable to use under clothing. In elective surgical cases, Dermatix Ultra silicone gel markedly improved scarring and, in some cases, scars were barely visible. which allows anyone to copy, distribute, and transmit the article provided it is properly attributed in the manner specified below. Dermatix® gel is very simple to apply and should be used at least twice a day (morning and evening).It is safe to use on different kinds of scars, including big and small ones, keloid scars, scars on the face, neck, and other body parts. There are many varieties of silicone gels and patches available to purchase without a prescription including SilDerm Scar Gel, Kelo-Cote Scar Gel and Scarsil Scar Gel. Silicone sheeting may also lead to skin irritation, especially in hot climates, leading to treatment discontinuation.

Vitamin C derivatives are used in various skin-care products for skin lightening and protection against ultraviolet A/B light. Studies have shown that silicone works most effectively if it is in constant contact with the scar – so be sure to use the gel morning and night as part of your daily routine, or the sheets up to 23 hours a day, for a minimum of two months.All experts agreed that the vitamin C ester lipids in the formulation improve its lightening effect and that prescribing the gel early (once sutures are removed) helps prevent scar formation, including keloid. A 90-day comparative prospective study showed that both Dermatix silicone gel and silicone gel sheeting reduced symptoms of itching, irritation, and skin maceration in abnormal scarring, but patients rated Dermatix silicone gel as easier to use. This process slows the production of collagen within the healing skin resulting in scars becoming flatter and softer as well as correcting discolouration. Jr Silicone gel sheeting for the prevention and management of evolving hypertrophic and keloid scars. Dermatix® Silicone Gel is easily applied to most areas of the body, including the face, joints and other parts of the skin.

Silicone is a well-recognised treatment for scar management and reduction and Dermatix Silicone Gel is just one brand.Dermatix should not be applied to open or fresh wound Dermatix should not be placed in contact with mucous membranes or applied too close to the eyes Dermatix should not be applied over antibiotic skin preparations or other skin treatments and/or products. The two cases with extensive burn scarring presented here support results from randomized controlled trials demonstrating that silicone gel was an effective treatment for hypertrophic burn scars.