I'm going to get two acne scars excised on a Wednesday, but I fear they may be left in too long if I have to wait until at least Monday to get them out. Also, what can I ask the plastic surgeon to do to mitigate the scar as much as possible? Thank you.
May 11, 2010
Answer: Ideal timing of suture removal on the face
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May 11, 2010
Answer: Ideal timing of suture removal on the face
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April 12, 2010
Answer: Facial Stitches As previously noted, the face has an excellent blood supply which allows for very favorable scars (assuming a tension free closure and meticulous technique). I would maintain that stitches should stay in at least 5 days and no longer than 8 (wound separation can potentially occur if sutures are removed too soon). The type of skin suture used in my practice is a 5-0 or 6-0 prolene, which is a non-reactive mono filament suture.
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April 12, 2010
Answer: Facial Stitches As previously noted, the face has an excellent blood supply which allows for very favorable scars (assuming a tension free closure and meticulous technique). I would maintain that stitches should stay in at least 5 days and no longer than 8 (wound separation can potentially occur if sutures are removed too soon). The type of skin suture used in my practice is a 5-0 or 6-0 prolene, which is a non-reactive mono filament suture.
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