Suture Line & Scar Care Guide – Dr. Chandrashekhar Chalwade | Plastic Surgeon Mumbai
Dr. Chandrashekhar’s Suture Line & Scar Care Guide
📌 Contents
🌟 TLDWR – Under a Minute
- Week 1 – Keep the suture line clean, dry, and protected.
- Weeks 2–8 – Start silicone (gel/sheets) and gentle scar massage.
- Months 3–12 – Strict SPF 50+ on the scar, avoid sun exposure.
📝 One-Page Scar Timeline
| Stage | Time | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate | 0–14 days | Keep dressing clean and dry, avoid strain |
| Early | 2–8 weeks | Begin silicone therapy and massage |
| Maturation | 2–6 months | Protect from sun, continue silicone |
| Late | 6–12 months | Maintain SPF 50+, expect gradual fading |
🔬 Detailed Guide
Phase 1: Immediate Care
Focus on keeping the wound edges approximated, avoiding infection, and not putting tension on the suture line.
Patients who have undergone nose surgery or facial procedures can also refer to the postoperative resources on my main clinic website for more procedure-specific guidance: Dr. Chandrashekhar’s Plastic Surgery Clinic – Mumbai.
Phase 2: Early Scar Formation
Once the wound is fully closed, start silicone gel or sheets and gentle massage 2–3 times a day to modulate collagen and soften the scar.
To understand how I integrate scar care in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, you can explore the procedures and information sections on my clinic website: Plastic Surgery Services – DCPSC.
Phase 3: Scar Maturation
Over months, the scar remodels and fades. Sun protection and avoiding repeated stretching of the scar are critical to a good long-term result.
If you have had facelift, necklift, body contouring, or breast surgery, similar principles apply. More detailed recovery information for different procedures will be available on my main website: drchandrashekharsplasticsurgeryclinic.com.
Warning Signs
If the scar becomes very raised, itchy, painful, or extends beyond the original incision, consult early. Treatment options can include steroid injections, pressure therapy, silicone, lasers, and in selected cases, surgical revision.
For more information on evaluation and treatment of problematic scars or to request an appointment, you can visit my clinic website: DCPSC – Dr. Chandrashekhar’s Plastic Surgery Clinic, Mumbai.
Hindi Scar Care Infographic
Trusted Medical References
For patients and colleagues who wish to read more, these resources provide additional, internationally recognised information on scar and wound care:
For more postoperative guides, updates and educational content, you can also follow my blog: drchandrashekharchalwade.blogspot.com
— Dr. Chandrashekhar Chalwade · DCPSC —
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