It is not always possible to prevent scars from forming, but there are things that you or a healthcare professional can do to help your scar be less visible and heal better. For example:
- dirt and objects, such as glass or gravel, should be immediately cleaned out of a wound
- dead tissue should be cleared out of a wound to reduce the chance of infection
- if stitches are needed, the finest stitching material that can hold the wound together should be used
Other ways to prevent scarring include:
- using silicon gel sheets and pressure garment therapy to help prevent severe scarring
- avoiding scratching or picking at scabs and spots – this will help to prevent scarring
