Stitches - Is this an infection? Would I need to re-stitched so I would have a deep dent in after healing? Help pls... (photo)

Thanks for your inquiry. I believe with local woundcare it should heal well, please be discussing with your plastic surgeon.

There's been definite trauma to the skin. There might even be a minor skin infection. This should be treated with proper wound care until it's close. A scar revision in the future might be necessary.

The wound does appear to be infected superficially. Treatment would be debridement, topical antibiotic and dressings.  The scar will improve over time.  It may not require a revision.  Revision can be assessed in about 6 months

It appears to be superficial infection. There is a saying in surgery, " The solution to pollution is dilution". I would recommend washing softly with mild soap and water, antibiotic ointment and dressings. I would do this at least two times / day. You should do well.Good LuckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACSGreen Hills Plastic Surgery

  The picture looks more like s scab than an infection. It will most likey heal, and not need to be re-stitched.  The scar will also start to shrink in 30 days, and will probably be acceptible yo you

You have a mild contained stitch infection which will nicely resolve.  Put Neosporin on the area and cover with a generous band aid.  Also see your doctor.    My Best,  Dr C