What is mepiform used for?
Mepiform® Soft Silicone Gel Sheeting for Scar Management is designed for the management of both old and new hypertrophic and keloid scars. It can also be used as a prophylactic therapy on closed wounds for prevention of hypertrophic or keloid scarring.
How long should you use mepiform?
For optimum results, Mepiform® should be used for 2-4 months or longer depending on the condition and age of the scar tissue. To ensure maximum effectiveness, Mepiform® should be applied when the scar is newly formed. Topical Silicone has been shown to have a positive impact on hypertrophic and keloid scars.
How quickly does mepiform work?
Mepiform is clinically proven to flatten, soften and fade red and raised hypertrophic and keloid scars. Depending on the condition of the scar tissue, it may take up to 3 months to see an improvement of the scar .
Can mepiform be washed?
Wash Mepiform® in mild, soapy water. In warm weather or during exercise, Mepiform® should be cleaned more often. Avoid using detergents as this may lead to skin irritation.
Is mepiform good for scars?
Mepiform® is designed to manage and prevent the formation of old and new hypertrophic scars and keloids over time. The Safetac layer minimizes pain and trauma on dressing change. And it’s made from silicone, which is proven to have a positive impact on hypertrophic scars and keloids 1 2 3 4 5 .
Can Mepiform be washed?
Is Mepiform good for scars?
How do you clean a Mepiform?
Can you wash mepiform?
Mepiform® is designed for the management of both old and new hypertrophic and keloid scars. It can also be used as a prophylactic therapy on closed wounds for prevention of hypertrophic or keloid scarring.
What is Amazon’s choice mepiform?
Amazon’s Choice highlights highly rated, well-priced products available to ship immediately. Contains (5) sheets of 4″x7″ self adherent, soft silicone dressing for reduction of hypertrophic and keloid scars. Mepiform is a self-adherent soft silicone dressing for scar care and was designed for the management of hypertrophic and keloid scars.
How often should mepiform be changed?
Remove the dressing once per day for inspection and washing of the skin. The dressing can then be reapplied. Mepiform should under normal conditions be changed every 3 – 7 days or when the adherent properties of the dressing are no longer sufficient.
What is mepiform Scar treatment and what are the benefits?
One of the advantages of Mepiform is that you can cut it to any size and shape1. This makes it ideal for use on breast-surgery scars, which are often found close to armpits or where the curve of the breast meets the body. How long will it take until the scar becomes less visible?