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Scarring Less Likely Using Absorbable Stiches?

Is stitching of the surgery preferred to be of self-absobing or removable? Which one has more risk to scar? I am male in mid-60's and thinking to have top and bottom eyelids done.

Asked 27 months ago by MBA in New York

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Sutures and Surgical Results

Thank you for the question. You will find that it is the surgical technique not the precise type of suture use that will determine the outcome of your surgery. Every surgeon may have his/her preference; the most important decision you make is choosing the surgeon who you trust what do a nice job for you. I hope this helps.

Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS ASPS

Technique is more important than suture selection for scarring

There are reasons for using permanent versus dissolvable sutures. Different surgeons will use different sutures for the same procedure. The key to a good result is finding a qualified and experienced surgeon who will set you up for the best result possible. The exact type of suture will depend on the experience of the surgeon and the location of the incision.

D.J. Verret, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Choices of sutures: absorbable vs removable

When you are discussing skin suturing, there are sutures you remove and those that dissolve. Each surgeon has their preference for what works well. If you are going to a real plastic surgeon, trust in the fact that whatever they choose, they have a reason and believe it is best for you and will leave the best scar. Around the eyes in a 60 year-old man, the scars will be almost imperceptable whatever you do. So don't choose doctors based on stitching or price, choose based on the... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS ASPS

Scarring less likely using absorbable stiches?

There is a role for permanent sutures (stitches) as there is a role for dissolving stitches. Permanent stitches are placed by surgeons where we want to make sure there will never be any separation of widening of structures we bring together (For example, heart valves, the joining of blood vessels (such as bypasses), complex hernia repairs etc). Dissolving sutures are placed when we want to buy enough time for a proper scar to form which can hold things together and we do not need the... more