When should stitches be removed after breast lift?

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Hello, I had my operation, breast lift, lollipop, 17th April (3days ago). Doctor told me everything went well, no complications. There wasn't much bleeding through the breast drains as I've been told by doctors checking on me. As each day passes less and less pain, and was doing short walks around the hospital ward on the 18th & 19th. When should stitches be removed, mine are not dissolvable. I'm due to have them removed 25th April. is that too soon?

Lane Smith, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Typically if a patient has had an uneventful recovery, the stitches can be removed after 7-10 days.  Best regards,Dr. Lane F. Smith, MDPlastic SurgeonLas Vegas, NV

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

That's a great question!  Most sutures come out in 7-10 days.  You will have to follow your surgeon's instructions since he has a technique that has been working well for him.  The key is not to have the sutures in for too long so that they do not leave any marks on your skin.  Speedy Recovery!

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. You will need to follow your own surgeon's recommendations on suture removal because there is variation in the way breast incisions are closed.  Some surgeons use all dissolving sutures, other use some dissolving plus external staples or non-dissolving sutures.  Without knowing your surgeon's technique it is not possible to give meaningful advice.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

Having the sutures removed at eight days is standard for the sutures that are not dissolvable.  There are probably some dissolvable sutures in there as well.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The skin can be sutured in different ways which will determine when the removable sutures can be safely extricated. This will be decided by your surgeon. Seldom the sutures have any benefit after 10 days to two weeks.

When should stitches be removed after breast lift?

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Answer: Suture removal

Answer: Suture removal

Answer: Timing for removal of sutures after a breast lift will be determined by your surgeon.

Answer: Timing for removal of sutures after a breast lift will be determined by your surgeon.

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When should stitches be removed after breast lift?

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Answer: Suture removal

Answer: Suture removal

Answer: Timing for removal of sutures after a breast lift will be determined by your surgeon.

Answer: Timing for removal of sutures after a breast lift will be determined by your surgeon.

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