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Can I use silver sulfadiazine on my face? Risks, alternatives, and safe usage

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Silver sulfadiazine is an antibiotic cream primarily approved to prevent and treat infections in severe second- and third-degree burn wounds. While effective for its intended purpose, many people wonder, "Can I use silver sulfadiazine on my face?" The answer is generally no, due to significant health and cosmetic risks associated with its facial application.