Antibiotic ointment. Keeping the wound moist and bacteria-free can promote more rapid healing.
Topical creams/gels. Products like Mederma®, made from onion extract, may help heal skin and minimize the appearance of scars.
Medical Treatments
For more visible scars or those that need professional help, some effective treatment options often used alone or in tandem include:
Steroid Injections. Used for many types of scars, injections are placed directly into the scar tissue every few weeks to decrease itching, redness, discomfort as well as appearance.
Laser. Different types of lasers (CO2 fractional, Nd:YAG, IPL, etc.) can be used to smooth, flatten, or remove abnormal color in a scar. They tend to work best for hypertrophic scars.