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Facial Injuries - International Nurses Association

When a patient has a facial injury, it can be devastating for them. If a face is disfigured or has a problem, there is essentially no way to ignore it. T he face is the first thing you see when someone approaches you.  Facial Wounds The good news is that in today’s world plastic surgeons are able to repair facial injuries to the point that most will become unnoticeable. There are multiple options to heal facial scars, even without a surgeon’s aid. If someone was involved in an auto accident or a similar situation that injures their face, here are some suggestions to offer- -           Be sure to keep the wound clean and moisturized with vitamin E oil -           Rub E oil on the scar 3-4 times per day, this helps avoid a scar that is raised off the skin. -           For multiple scars, a dermabrasion, or several dermabrasion treatments can reveal fresh healed skin.  -           If the scars are significant, a chemical peel may be the answer, however be sure the actual wou