Sutures Not Dissolving on Upper Eyelids?

April 30, 2009
Asked By:Deborah L. in NYC

I had and eyelift and mid-face lift done 9 days ago and things seem to look good except my upper lids which still show redness and swelling where the 'dissolving' sutures are. What can I do about this? The Dr. does not seem to be concerned about it.

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August 5, 2010

Answer: Suture irritation

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Answer: Absorbable Sutures in Eyelid Surgery: Don't Worry

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Answer: Upper eyelid sutures are not always dissolvable and might need to be removed.

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