Is it okay if a stitch is left in?

Absorbable sutures are required to close the wound and separate the implant from the outside world.  Some of those superficial sutures can 'work' their way to the surface, and can be annoying.  It is best to see your PS to remove those sutures promptly to allow the wound to close promptly.  

I use dissolvable stitches for my Breast Augmentation procedures. Sometimes a dissolvable stitch can protrude through the skin and cause irritation, If this is the case the stitch can be trimmed at the skin, plucked away or left to fall away on its own.  If there is a non-dissolvable stitch remaining it should be removed sooner rather than later.  Please make an appointment with your surgeon or local GP so they can assess the wounds and remove any remaining stitches if necessary.

Thanks for your question...You surgeon may have used absorbable sutures and should not cause any harm if one was left in. However if its bothering you, please see the nurse to get it removed.You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.

Regards,

Thank you for your question.  I would recommend you to call your surgeon and find out if they are sutures that will dissolve or sutures that need to be removed and follow their instructions. 

Hello and best regards ¡
Sutures left in your body will be coming out with the pass of the time,they are not a problem  or harmful,you can remove it with a nurse or in your post medical check with your surgeon,it depends a lot in the surgeon most of the surgeons now are using absorbable sutures to avoid that discomfort but its part of the process,go to your medical check,you will be fine ¡

Best wishes and regards ¡