Cosmetic suturing duration depends on wound size and complexity. Stitch removal timing varies by wound location.
Procedure Duration:
- Small wound (2-3cm): 15-20 minutes.
- Medium wound (5-10cm): 30-45 minutes.
- Complex wound (multi-layered): 45-60 minutes.
- Duration includes: cleaning + anesthesia + suturing + dressing.
Stitch Removal Timing by Location:
- Face: 3-5 days — earliest to prevent stitch marks.
- Neck: 5-7 days.
- Scalp: 7-10 days.
- Trunk (abdomen, chest, back): 10-14 days.
- Limbs (arm, leg): 10-14 days.
- Foot and knee: 14 days — high-movement areas.
- Absorbable sutures: No removal needed.
Stitch Removal:
- Quick procedure — just minutes.
- Painless — only slight tugging sensation.
- No anesthesia needed.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we schedule precise removal timing — as early as possible for the best cosmetic result.