The Biggest Mistake Patients Make With Scar Care

Scars are one of the biggest concerns patients have after surgery, but most people still don’t understand how scar healing actually works.In this episode of My Surgeon Says, we sit down with Helen from Nokori to break down the science of scar healing, silicone scar tape, scar massage, hypertrophic vs keloid scars, and the biggest mistakes patients make during recovery.We also discuss:When to start scar care after surgeryWhether old scars can still improveWhy silicone tape is considered the gold standardThe difference between keloid and hypertrophic scarsWhy patience and consistency matter more than “miracle products”Whether you’re researching plastic surgery, recovering from an operation, or simply curious about scar healing, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice.Craving more? Here are the links to stay up to date with Re.Plastic Surgery:My Surgeon Says InstagramTikTokYouTubeRe.Plastic Surgery InstagramRe. Girls Facebook Page