Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Magazine #68

scarring
reduce scarring
with Stratamed
Stratamed is a
breakthrough
treatment for faster
wound healing and
abnormal scar
prevention. It’s
easy to use and can
improve the visible
outcomes of other
cosmetic procedures.
Caitlin Bishop
reports.
Scarring is a major consideration of cosmetic surgery patients. While the
benefits of surgery and certain ablative non-surgical procedures can
help rejuvenate the face and revitalise the complexion, the possibility of
scarring post-procedure can sometimes detract from the final result.
Stratamed is a breakthrough in post-procedure care and abnormal scar
therapy. It is designed to accelerate tissue healing and prevent abnormal scar
formation. It is the first semi-occlusive, self-drying, transparent silicone gel
dressing, which can be applied on compromised skin directly after a procedure
or skin trauma.
Stratamed creates an optimal environment for faster wound healing. It helps
reduce the inflammatory response and re-epithelialise, or lay down skin on the
wound bed.
Once applied, Stratamed self dries to form a full contact, flexible, protective
sheet that bonds to the injured skin. Stratamed is bacteriostatic; it stops bacteria
from reproducing and protects the wound from chemical and microbial invasion.
Unlike fully occlusive medications, for example, petrolatum, Stratamed allows
the wound and scar to breathe while remaining hydrated and protected.
Stratamed does not adhere strongly to the healing tissue. This semi-occlusive
effect works to protect the wound site, but also helps to improve hydration and
speed up healing.
During the healing process, Stratamed restores the barrier function of
the outer-most epithelial layer – called the stratum corneum – and prevents
dehydration of the skin. This allows the migration of skin cells across the wound
bed for faster recovery.
Stratamed feels good
The application of Stratamed provides relief to symptoms of redness,
discolouration, itching, discomfort and pain. It is easy to apply and can be
used immediately after all dermatological interventions such as laser treatment,
dermal abrasion, chemical peels, tattoo removal and surgery.
The best results are achieved when Stratamed is in continuous contact with
the skin – literally 24/7 – in the days and weeks following a procedure or skin
trauma. For more information visit www.stratamed.com. csbm
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