Stitches are usually removed five to seven days after surgery, while surgical staples are left in place for up to 10 days. Their removal may hurt a little, but your surgeon can give you injections of a local anesthetic to make you more comfortable.
Stitches are usually removed five to seven days after surgery, while surgical staples are left in place for up to 10 days. Their removal may hurt a little, but your surgeon can give you injections of a local anesthetic to make you more comfortable.