Should I clean my incisions with hydrogen peroxide or just soap and water?

March 30, 2017
Asked By:anon44293 in Nyack, NY

I just had a facelift 2 days ago and my plastic surgeon told me to clean my incisions with hydrogen peroxide but I have been reading that a soap and water might be best. What are your thoughts and how often should I be cleaning the incisions?

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Cleaning of incisions after facelift- usually soap & water for absorbable sutures and Hydrogen peroxide for nylon type sutures

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August 24, 2017

Answer: Cleaning of incisions after facelift- usually soap & water for absorbable sutures and Hydrogen peroxide for nylon type sutures

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March 31, 2017

Answer: Cleaning Incisions

March 31, 2017

Answer: Cleaning Incisions

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