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Otoplasty: How Can I Tell if my Sutures Are Permanent or Dissolvable?

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I just took the bandages off my operated ears and am shocked to see how close they are to my head. I see several answers that say the ears will "rebound" usually only if dissolvable sutures are used. I have no idea if mine are permanent or not - all I know is that I have to go and get my stitches taken out next week. I honestly hope that mine will rebound a few mm, otherwise I sincerely regret having done the surgery :(

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