We normally advise the following general aftercare, unless the doctor/surgeon gives any different instructions, which should take precedent:

• Keep the wound dry for 2 days
• Leave any dressings for up to a week
• You will be informed as to whether your stitches are dissolvable or need to be removed
• Steri-strips can be applied over the wound for up to 3 weeks to help the wound heal
• After 3 weeks the wound can be massaged with silicone scar gel
• If there is any increasing pain or redness consult your doctor as it could be a sign of infection