Otoplasty: how long does it take the sutures to dissolve?

March 23, 2017
Asked By:danteb23 in Mount Airy, MD

Just had otoplasty surgery done 8 days ago, my DR told me I have dissolvable sutures inside & outside my ears, how long does it take the sutures to dissolve ? Also what are chances of the sutures breaking before they dissolve ?

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March 27, 2017

Answer: Otoplasty: how long does it take the sutures to dissolve?

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March 27, 2017

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March 24, 2017

Answer: When will my Otoplasty sutures dissolve? We have No idea.

March 24, 2017

Answer: When will my Otoplasty sutures dissolve? We have No idea.

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