Split stitches/sutures in mouth from chin implant procedure. Will the area heal by itself or should I get it re-stitched?

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I've had a chin implant fitted just under 2-weeks ago which was inserted through my mouth. A part of the original stitches/suture came undone last week, therefore, I went to the dentist to get it re-stitched (the clinic where the procedure was carried out is in Prague, I'm in London). One of the new stitches has come apart and I don't think now that it can be re-stitched. Will the area heal by itself or should I get it re-stitched?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It is difficult to answer your question without examining you.  Since the wound in your mouth from your chin implant has re-opened, you should be evaluated in person to determine the appropriate treatment.  I would try and see a plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon who is experienced with chin implants.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Once tissues have been operated on and become inflamed, they will not hold sutures well. As long as the implant is not exposed, it may well heal on its own. But that will depend on how far below the implant is from the incision and what type of material the implant is composed of.

Robert S. Schmidt, MD · Answer

Ordinarily, when we suture in the mouth we use stitches that are meant to dissolve. Usually two weeks is plenty of time to allow proper healing. The decision to have additional repair work simply depends on how well you are healing. Usually mouths heal pretty quickly. However, the placement of the implant increases your chance of having trouble. The last thing you'd want is an infected implant. It's time to be evaluated by a surgeon who does chin implants. They can determine if you're healing well, if you're infected, or if you need any additional repair work.Good luck!

Donald Nunn, MD (retired) · Answer

There is a high probablility that an implant placed through the mouth with wound breakdown will not heal and the implant will need to be removed.  Infection of the implant is the usual reason the wound will not close.  You need to see a board certified surgeon to access the situation.  Good luck.  Donald R. Nunn MD, DDS  Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.

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