I have seen two surgeons for ear lob reduction. Both recommend edge excision. One uses removable stitches along the outer edge of the ear. The other uses dissolvable stitches on the front of the lobe itself. Better in front of lobe or edge of the ear? Which will give a better result? Thank you!
Answer: Which sutures for earlobe repair? You should go by the recommendation and experience of your surgeon. I have always used resorbable sutures for my earlobe repairs, because patients like the convenience of not having to return to have sutures removed, and typically do not come back until the 3 months appointment for re-piercing. The fast-absorbing sutures tend to be a little more expensive and need to be reinforced with another layer of resorbable sutures in the deeper earlobe. But both methods work and it is most important to do what works best in the hands of your surgeon.
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Answer: Which sutures for earlobe repair? You should go by the recommendation and experience of your surgeon. I have always used resorbable sutures for my earlobe repairs, because patients like the convenience of not having to return to have sutures removed, and typically do not come back until the 3 months appointment for re-piercing. The fast-absorbing sutures tend to be a little more expensive and need to be reinforced with another layer of resorbable sutures in the deeper earlobe. But both methods work and it is most important to do what works best in the hands of your surgeon.
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Answer: In general, removable sutures In general, removal sutures are better for scarring as they cause less inflammation. However, facial incisions due very well with all kinds of sutures due to the inherent vascularity of the face. I would not make the decision on surgeon on dissolvable vs. removable sutures but rather who you feel most comfortable with in terms of rapport and proposed surgical plan.
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Answer: In general, removable sutures In general, removal sutures are better for scarring as they cause less inflammation. However, facial incisions due very well with all kinds of sutures due to the inherent vascularity of the face. I would not make the decision on surgeon on dissolvable vs. removable sutures but rather who you feel most comfortable with in terms of rapport and proposed surgical plan.
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January 12, 2023
Answer: Suture choice Thank you for your question. There are many factors that go into suture choice when a surgeon is performing a procedure. Many dissolvable sutures create an inflammtory response which MAY result in poor scarring or even keloid formation. However, dissolvable sutures are often cheaper. Depending on your skin tone and texture, your surgeon may opt for non-dissolvable sutures. Good luck
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January 12, 2023
Answer: Suture choice Thank you for your question. There are many factors that go into suture choice when a surgeon is performing a procedure. Many dissolvable sutures create an inflammtory response which MAY result in poor scarring or even keloid formation. However, dissolvable sutures are often cheaper. Depending on your skin tone and texture, your surgeon may opt for non-dissolvable sutures. Good luck
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October 21, 2018
Answer: Are dissolvable or non-dissolvable stitches best for earlobe reduction surgery? There is no right answer; beautiful outcomes can be achieved either way. Ultimately, more important than the type of suture utilized will be careful selection of surgeon. Experience and attention to detail will be far more important, when it comes to the final aesthetic outcome achieved. Best wishes.
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October 21, 2018
Answer: Are dissolvable or non-dissolvable stitches best for earlobe reduction surgery? There is no right answer; beautiful outcomes can be achieved either way. Ultimately, more important than the type of suture utilized will be careful selection of surgeon. Experience and attention to detail will be far more important, when it comes to the final aesthetic outcome achieved. Best wishes.
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October 9, 2018
Answer: Which Sutures for Earlobe Reduction? #earlobereduction I now use all absorbable sutures for earlobes. I use these sutures for all earlobe surgery I do. I used to use permanent sutures that needed to be removed by one week, but I have found absorbable (dissolvable) sutures to be just as good, and it avoids my patients having to have sutures removed. I use fast absorbing sutures, that by one week, are usually gone. Therefore, these small dissolvable sutures don't leave behind any bad scarring either. Suture type is really up to the preference of each individual surgeon, so I wouldn't make your decision on which surgeon based on sutures. Best of luck to you!
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October 9, 2018
Answer: Which Sutures for Earlobe Reduction? #earlobereduction I now use all absorbable sutures for earlobes. I use these sutures for all earlobe surgery I do. I used to use permanent sutures that needed to be removed by one week, but I have found absorbable (dissolvable) sutures to be just as good, and it avoids my patients having to have sutures removed. I use fast absorbing sutures, that by one week, are usually gone. Therefore, these small dissolvable sutures don't leave behind any bad scarring either. Suture type is really up to the preference of each individual surgeon, so I wouldn't make your decision on which surgeon based on sutures. Best of luck to you!
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