Are Silhouette Insta-lift sutures removable?

The first week or two after your Silhouette InstaLift™, it's normal to see some dimpling or unevenness. I know it's hard to be patient, but you should notice more improvement in another week as these issues resolve. Check back in with your provider if you have any questions about the post-operative recovery process.

Hi JKSBT12,

Thank you for your question. Bumps or dimpling in the skin can occur with the procedure and usually resolve on their own within days to a few weeks after the procedure. The sutures take up to one year to dissolve. We usually try not to remove the sutures unless they are extruding or are causing a local inflammatory reaction or infection, which are uncommon. I hope you are doing better in the healing process and am happy to address any additional related questions or concerns. 

Thank you for your question and for sharing your experience.  The Silhouette Instalift procedure is known to have some post-procedure unevenness/dimpling of the skin.  This all resolves with time and the majority within the first 1-2 weeks.  I can be removed if done early before they resorb, but more often they can be manipulated if you want to disengage the tissue.  This manipulation may resolve the bunching, but it will also lessen the effect of having had the sutures placed.  I would definitely follow-up with your surgeon who can help follow and manage this with you.