Do dissolvable stitches feel like plastic.

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I had a breast uplift with implants 14 days ago, I have had the dressings removed today but it feels like my stitches are made of plastic will these dissolve because I was told my surgeon was using dissolvable stitches, thankyou

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

There are several types of dissolvable sutures. Some are soft and some are very stiff like a nylon fishing line. These stiff ones can be very good superficially since they are less reactive with tissue and therefore better scars. Discuss your situation with your surgeon since they know exactly what they used. Good luck.

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for the inquiry regarding dissolvable stitches. Yes, these types of stitches can feel similar to plastic thread or fishing line. I hope this information was helpful to and wish you all the best!

Robyn Daugherty, MD · Answer

Hi shezza13, 
There are different types of dissolvable sutures, some are soft and feel like thread while others are stiff and feel like fishing line.  They have different timelines for breaking down or dissolving as well.  Your surgeon can better explain time  for resorption of the specific sutures placed in you.  
Best of luck!

Robert H. Hunsaker, MD · Answer

They are commonly clear and feel a lot like fishing line. Depending on the thickness and exact type, they may feel stiffer or more flexible.

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Do dissolvable stitches feel like plastic.

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