Topical Agents Used in Association with Cosmetic Surgery

The document from 1999 discusses the importance of using topical agents in conjunction with cosmetic surgery to ensure effective results. It emphasizes that the preparation of the skin before surgery, wound care, and postoperative skin maintenance are crucial for a successful outcome. The article explains that topical substances can significantly influence various skin properties such as barrier function, permeability, water loss, immune response, wound healing, blood vessel stability, collagen production, skin cell turnover, and pigmentation. These factors can all impact the final quality of the cosmetic surgical results. The article serves as a guide to understanding the role of topical agents in cosmetic surgical procedures.