How long do surgical staples stay in after uplift and implant and how are they removed?

Thanks for your question. However it is difficult to answer this as every surgeon's practice is different. Personally speaking, I do not use staples, but dissolvable stitches.Good luck

We don't use staples for breast lifts.  Most surgeons use carefully placed sutures for the neatest possible scar.

A breast lift with implants will have no staples. It is extremely rare to see staples by s plastic surgeons. All sutures are usually internal snd absorbable. The lift will look best when done with s vertical , lollipop scar alone and no horizontal or anchor scars. Thank you for your question

Not all surgeons use stapes as some prefer to use disolveable sutures. If your surgeon uses staples, the duration surgical staples stay in after a breast lift with implants (also known as mastopexy with augmentation) can vary depending on the plastic surgeon's preference, the specific surgical technique used, and individual healing factors. In many cases, surgical staples are used to close incisions during the procedure, particularly for larger incisions or areas where there's tension on the skin.
Here's a general overview of what to expect regarding the removal of surgical staples after a breast lift with implants:
1. Duration: Surgical staples are typically removed within 7 to 14 days after the procedure. This timeframe allows for initial wound healing to occur and reduces the risk of scarring or tissue damage associated with leaving the staples in for too long.
2. Follow-up Appointment: Your plastic surgeon will schedule a follow-up appointment for staple removal, usually within the first two weeks after surgery. During this appointment, a healthcare provider will carefully remove the staples using a specialized staple remover tool.
3. Procedure: Removing surgical staples is a relatively simple and quick procedure performed in the office or clinic setting. The healthcare provider will gently lift each staple with the remover tool, then use it to cut and release the staple from the skin. You may feel a slight pulling or pinching sensation during the staple removal process, but it is generally well-tolerated.
4. Wound Inspection: After the staples are removed, your plastic surgeon will inspect the incisions to ensure they are healing properly. They may provide additional instructions for wound care and follow-up, such as wearing supportive garments, applying topical treatments, or avoiding certain activities to promote optimal healing.
5. Scarring: While surgical staples can leave small marks or scars along the incision lines, proper wound care and scar management techniques can help minimize their appearance over time. Your plastic surgeon may recommend using scar-reducing creams, silicone gel sheets, or other interventions to improve the cosmetic outcome of the scars.
It's essential to follow your plastic surgeon's post-operative instructions closely, attend all scheduled follow-up appointments, and communicate any concerns or questions you may have throughout the recovery process. By doing so, you can promote optimal healing and achieve the best possible results from your breast lift with implants.

Hello dear, thanks for your question and provided information as well... That depends on each surgeon manners, because some doctors even let their drainages more time than others, also others can let the bandages for 2 weeks, in the case of staples, I use to let them on for the first week until the incision is almost closed, then I put sterilized gauze around them for protection, hugs!

Hello and thank you for your question.  I do not use staples for any cosmetic breast surgery that I perform so I am unable to comment on this question.Sincerely, Dr. Sean Kelishadi@sskplasticsurg on Instagram

Breast surgery, especially breast lift, requires the excision of skin and reshaping of the breasts.  The incisions required to perform this surgery on the breasts are usually closed with multiple layers of sutures.  All surgeons differ in their techniques and choices of sutures/staples/dressings/bras, etc.If your surgeon uses staples, they are usually removed within the first week to avoid leaving staple marks (which do not occur with layered sutures).  A standard device, known as a staple remover, is use to gently and painlessly remove the staples from the skin.Good luck with your planned surgery!

Thank you for the question and all external sutures, staples included, should be removed no later then 5 to 7 days post op in order to avoid track marks.  Dr. Corbin