Scar Management – Otoform Silicone

What is Otoform?

Otoform is a pink coloured silicone product that is moulded to fit an irregular scar area. It helps scars to soften, flatten, reduce in colour and mature. It is not yet known exactly how silicone works but research has proven it is very effective.

When do I wear Otoform?

• Do not use on open wounds.

• Ensure your skin is dry, and any moisturizer you have applied has been absorbed into your skin. Position the Otoform on top of the scar area(s). Otoform will need to be held in place. Your Occupational Therapist will advise you how to do this.

• Start by wearing Otoform for 1 – 2 hours on the first day, then progress tonight time wear.

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• Remove the Otoform after this time and check your skin for any allergic skin reactions. If there are no skin reactions continue to wear the Otoform at night only.

What are the precautions?

Sometimes people get a skin irritation from Otoform, e.g.:

• Redness on or around the scar

• Rash on or around the scar

• Itching that is not normal

• Skin maceration (wrinkled and white)

• Blistered looking skin

If these symptoms occur stop use and consult your Occupational Therapist 662-377-7215.

How do I clean Otoform?

• Wash Otoform in mild, soapy water. In warm weather or during exercise, Otoform should be cleaned more often.

• Avoid using detergents as this may lead to skin irritation.

• Air or pat dry and reapply to your clean scar.