I had a breast lift in 2016. In 2022, I still have stitches that never fully dissolved in certain area around my areola. Some are black, and very small. Others are flesh color that have a very foul smell. My scars are very wide, could this be a reason? What would cause my stitches not to dissolve? Was it due to surgical technique and not having them deep enough?
Answer: Stitches You may have permanent stitches instead of dissolving ones. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns.
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Answer: Stitches You may have permanent stitches instead of dissolving ones. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns.
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March 25, 2022
Answer: Stitches never dissolved from breast lift Thank you for your question @Ddrr123 I understand your concern, the most appropriate way to provide an expert opinion is to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to learn what is happening and what the best course of action would be. Best wishes!
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March 25, 2022
Answer: Stitches never dissolved from breast lift Thank you for your question @Ddrr123 I understand your concern, the most appropriate way to provide an expert opinion is to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to learn what is happening and what the best course of action would be. Best wishes!
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March 22, 2022
Answer: Breast lift results Dear Ddrr123,
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March 22, 2022
Answer: Breast lift results Dear Ddrr123,
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March 23, 2022
Answer: Failed periaerola lift Without even seeing your problem I have an idea about what happen. I bet you had a periaerola lift where often a permanent suture is used to try to maintain the scar and areola shape. It sounds like your suture is infected and the scars have widened. You need to see a plastic surgeon to have the sutures removed. Once all is healed you should consider revising your lift into a lollipop which will improve your overall shape and has much higher quality scars. Your experience is why I and many many other plastic surgeons do not offer periaerola lifts as an option. Good luck.
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March 23, 2022
Answer: Failed periaerola lift Without even seeing your problem I have an idea about what happen. I bet you had a periaerola lift where often a permanent suture is used to try to maintain the scar and areola shape. It sounds like your suture is infected and the scars have widened. You need to see a plastic surgeon to have the sutures removed. Once all is healed you should consider revising your lift into a lollipop which will improve your overall shape and has much higher quality scars. Your experience is why I and many many other plastic surgeons do not offer periaerola lifts as an option. Good luck.
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Answer: Absorbable sutures There are many possibilities for the issues you are having regarding the sutures. The sutures could have been non absorbable although it is unlikely that non absorbable sutures would have been placed within the tissues. Also, the sutures could be very long lasting but yet still absorbable sutures. Often times if the sutures are placed too superficially the body may not absorb the sutures and suture abscesses may occur. These are separate issues from the widened scars and again there are many factors related to scar widening. The scar may widen due to excessive tension on the closure line or from poor tissue strength. Also, if a wound has developed at a site of a suture abscess the healing that occurs afterward will give the appearance of a red widened scar.
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Answer: Absorbable sutures There are many possibilities for the issues you are having regarding the sutures. The sutures could have been non absorbable although it is unlikely that non absorbable sutures would have been placed within the tissues. Also, the sutures could be very long lasting but yet still absorbable sutures. Often times if the sutures are placed too superficially the body may not absorb the sutures and suture abscesses may occur. These are separate issues from the widened scars and again there are many factors related to scar widening. The scar may widen due to excessive tension on the closure line or from poor tissue strength. Also, if a wound has developed at a site of a suture abscess the healing that occurs afterward will give the appearance of a red widened scar.
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