Staple & Suture Removal

Service Description

To remove stitches, the nurse will use scissors to cut each of the knots and then pull the threads out. To remove staples, the nurse will use a tool to take out the staples one at a time. The area may still feel tender after the stitches or staples are gone. Why do we need sutures and staples? The tissues like skin, muscles fat and such might incur accidental injuries like in a cut or an accident or intentional injuries as in a surgery. Such wounds need to be closed to promote healing. The method used for wound closure depends on the type and depth of the injury, the location and the tissue involved. Sutures and staples are the two most commonly used methods. Sutures Sutures or stitches are the most common methods of wound closure. There are many materials and technique used depending on the tissue and the injury. The two main parts in the suturing materials are the thread and the needle. tissue. Staples The staples are quicker to place and has lower chances of infection and tissue reaction. It generally costs more than the sutures. The locations that favor stapling are arms, legs, abdomen, scalp and the back. Wounds on hands, feet, neck and face are not usually closed using staples. The Staples are made out of stainless steel. If you need to cancel please cancel 24 hours prior to your appointment. If you cancel after the 24 hours period or do a no show you will be charged a 50$ fee, that must be paid prior to rebooking again along with the deposit. Thank you! Look forward to seeing you.😘 All services can be done in your home for a 75$ home travel fee. Must be paid with deposit. We will give each client a 15 min grace period after that you will be changed an additional 20$. After 30 minutes you will be asked to reschedule your appointment. NO REFUNDS!!!!!