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 surgery

Whether old scars can still improve

Why silicone tape is considered the gold standard

The difference between keloid and hypertrophic scars

Why 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.

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