🧵 Do I need to have my stitches removed after surgery?

Q: 🧵 Do I need to have my stitches removed after surgery?

In rhinoplasty, we do not use any stitches that require removal . Here is a summary of all stitches used: ✅ Dissolvable Stitches The vast majority of stitches used are self-dissolving and are naturally absorbed by the body. No additional removal is needed. 🔹 The One Stitch That Is Removed Only 1 stitch is removed: the stitch that holds the silicone nasal splint in place. It is taken out during the first post-op check-up when the pack is removed. 💡 In short: You do not need to schedule a separate appointment to have stitches removed after surgery. The relevant stitch will already be taken out during your nasal splint removal visit.

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In rhinoplasty, we do not use any stitches that require removal. Here is a summary of all stitches used:

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Dissolvable Stitches

The vast majority of stitches used are self-dissolving and are naturally absorbed by the body. No additional removal is needed.

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The One Stitch That Is Removed

Only 1 stitch is removed: the stitch that holds the silicone nasal splint in place. It is taken out during the first post-op check-up when the pack is removed.

💡 In short: You do not need to schedule a separate appointment to have stitches removed after surgery. The relevant stitch will already be taken out during your nasal splint removal visit.