Absorbable suture thread is popped out on the temple area

Sometimes, dissolvable stitches could "pop" through the skin after a facelift.In my practice, when a dissolvable stitch pops through the skin, unless there is any concomitant infection, I recommend my patients to live it alone. Patients with questions and concern about their facelift recovery ( eg. hoping stitches) should follow up their plastic surgeon's recommendation. Nobody better than the surgeon that performed the operation will give better advice to address that matter. 

Whenever there are concerns about healing, it's always best to seen by the surgeon who did the procedure. He or she is going to want to see you. If you are in another state, he or she may be able to coordinate a visit with someone they know who is closer to you for an evaluation, although this would likely be the second best option and may not always be possible. Your surgeon will have the most detailed knowledge of the procedure that was performed.  Start by contacting your surgeon again and discussing your concerns. 

You can usually cut these flush with the skin or with a little tension so it dips under the skin and it should dissolve and not be a problem. 

Hello umiw,If it is an absorbable skin suture, then you can trim it flush with the skin and it will dissolve over time. However, if it is a deeper suture that is working its way through the skin, then you may want to see someone locally to have it clipped.  Consider sending a picture of the area to your surgeon to advise you further.  I hope that is helpful.All my best!  Dr. Elizabeth
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Dear umiwThank you for your question! I am sorry that you are having an issue with this suture.  Without seeing it / you - its hard to tell what it is and how to manage it.  Perhaps your surgeon could refer you to someone near your home if you are not traveling back to this person.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Absorbable sutures will dissolve in time. If there is no infection or reaction around then, they can be trimmed to reduce their visibility. Not all are easily able to be removed because of the possibility of burred knots.

Thank you for your question.  I would trim the suture down flush with the skin, but since your Dr. isn't in same area, he or she is probably being conservative and having you leave it alone until you return.  It doesn't hurt to leave it, it will eventually come off.  

Your doctor's advice is fine, the suture will go away on its own. If it really bothers you, you can trim it flush with the skin. Any remaining suture left under the skin will dissolve normally . Best of luck

Please consider posting photos.  I would trim the suture down flush with the skin, but since your Dr. isn't in same area, he or she is probably being conservative and having you leave it alone until you return.  Follow up with him as soon as possible.

I would probably remove it. Apparently your surgeon disagrees with that. I am sure if he were closer, he would ask you to come to the office for a simple removal.Good luck,Talmage Raine MD