My PS used surgical glue to close my incision and has instructed me to let it come off naturally. Today marks three weeks post op for me and it hasn't budged. Obviously I plan on following the doctors orders but it would be nice to finally get to see my incision!
Answer: Surgical glue on incisions Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I tell my patients that if the glue is well adherent, then it may take several weeks for the glue to come off. It correlates with when your underlying skin sheds (3-5 weeks) off. I also let them know that as long as the glue is well adherent, it is helping to keep the incision together and may result in a better scar. I would exercise patience.
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Answer: Surgical glue on incisions Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. I tell my patients that if the glue is well adherent, then it may take several weeks for the glue to come off. It correlates with when your underlying skin sheds (3-5 weeks) off. I also let them know that as long as the glue is well adherent, it is helping to keep the incision together and may result in a better scar. I would exercise patience.
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Answer: Surgical Glue Hi, thanks for your question. Surgical glue is designed to last long enough to support the healing of your incision. This means, if applied properly, it will likely adhere to your skin for the first few weeks post-op depending on your natural skin regeneration cycle and the care instructions provided by your surgeon. The best thing to do is continue to follow your surgeon's advice, and speak to them if you have any concerns or questions about any pre or post-operative guidelines.
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Answer: Surgical Glue Hi, thanks for your question. Surgical glue is designed to last long enough to support the healing of your incision. This means, if applied properly, it will likely adhere to your skin for the first few weeks post-op depending on your natural skin regeneration cycle and the care instructions provided by your surgeon. The best thing to do is continue to follow your surgeon's advice, and speak to them if you have any concerns or questions about any pre or post-operative guidelines.
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September 17, 2024
Answer: Answer: How long does it take for surgical glue to fall off? Hi! thanks for your question. Surgical glue typically takes 2 to 3 weeks to fall off naturally, but it can vary depending on individual healing. Since it's been 3 weeks for you, it should start coming off soon. Following your surgeon's advice and letting it fall off independently is best to avoid disrupting the healing process. If it's not gone in another week or two, you can check in with your surgeon for further guidance.
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September 17, 2024
Answer: Answer: How long does it take for surgical glue to fall off? Hi! thanks for your question. Surgical glue typically takes 2 to 3 weeks to fall off naturally, but it can vary depending on individual healing. Since it's been 3 weeks for you, it should start coming off soon. Following your surgeon's advice and letting it fall off independently is best to avoid disrupting the healing process. If it's not gone in another week or two, you can check in with your surgeon for further guidance.
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September 11, 2024
Answer: Surgical Glue post-op On average surgical glue will fall off in 2-3 weeks. The more frequently you shower, the quicker the glue will come off. Applying antibiotic ointment will speed up the removal of the glue. Check with your Plastic Surgeon about removal of the glue.
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September 11, 2024
Answer: Surgical Glue post-op On average surgical glue will fall off in 2-3 weeks. The more frequently you shower, the quicker the glue will come off. Applying antibiotic ointment will speed up the removal of the glue. Check with your Plastic Surgeon about removal of the glue.
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January 8, 2021
Answer: How long does it take for surgical glue to fall off? thanks for your question, most surgical glue takes 2 - 3 weeks to fall off, it depends on dressings and shower in post operative period, keeping wounds dry will keep the glue for longer period of time, generally wound should be healed in 2-3 weeks time.
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January 8, 2021
Answer: How long does it take for surgical glue to fall off? thanks for your question, most surgical glue takes 2 - 3 weeks to fall off, it depends on dressings and shower in post operative period, keeping wounds dry will keep the glue for longer period of time, generally wound should be healed in 2-3 weeks time.
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November 30, 2018
Answer: Tummy tucks and surgical glue HiTummy tucks and surgical glue are a good combination. The glue that seals the skin will take 2-3 weeks on an average before it comes off. Check with your doctor.
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November 30, 2018
Answer: Tummy tucks and surgical glue HiTummy tucks and surgical glue are a good combination. The glue that seals the skin will take 2-3 weeks on an average before it comes off. Check with your doctor.
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