Key Features Of Advasil Conform
Silicone Sheets 10 x 10 cm 5 pack
A sheet of medical grade self-adherent silicone gel for the management of scar
tissue or recently healed wounds. Composed of a conformable layer of translucent
(Silfix) silicone gel and a smooth polyurethane outer layer to improve wearability
and patient compliance. Silicone gel sheets are reported to help reduce the effects
of scarring if worn for prolonged periods. Hypertrophic and keloid scarring may
particularly benefit from Advasil conform. Advasil Silicone Sheets is made from
medical grade silicone approved for skin contact. Advasil Silicone Sheets is supplied
sterile for improved hygiene but once opened is non-sterile.
Remove Advasil
Silicone Sheets from the pack, remove the liner and place gel side to the scar.
For smaller scars Advasil Silicone Sheets can be cut to size, to facilitate removal
of the liner ensure a portion of the pull tab remains after cutting. For larger
scars use additional sheets of Advasil Silicone Sheets and place side by side.
Advasil Silicone Sheets is self adherent but if required may be held in place
by medical tape, a crepe bandage or film dressing. Advasil Silicone Sheets is
reusable and should be washed at least once a day with warm water and mild soap.
Avoid using any heavy soaps or detergents as they may cause disintegration of
the silicone and/or skin irritation. Gently pat the product dry using a lint free
cloth. Ensure the product is dry before re-applying to the skin or storing. When
not using Advasil Silicone Sheets replace the liner and store in original packaging.
It is important that the skin beneath the dressing is kept clean, and dry. Wash
area daily. Wear time should be built up over a period of time to condition the
skin .Advasil Silicone Sheets should be initially applied to the scar for a maximum
of two hours on the first day. Add two hours a day until Advasil Silicone Sheets
can be comfortably worn for 24 hours. If during the conditioning period there
is any irritation or allergic reaction remove Advasil Silicone Sheets. If the
gel starts to disintegrate discard and use a new piece.
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