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How long should the suture remain at the bone-grafted site?

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Hi doctor,

I got my wisdom teeth out. They said I had two bone grafts placed on both lower sides. I also got stitches in place. Well, today, I felt one stitch come out. Is it too early? Is it bad? They did not go over bone grafts with me.

Answered by Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray is a passionate Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing and managing complex oral diseases, jaw disorders, and oral lesions. He is skilled in advanced imaging techniques and non-surgical treatments for oral health issues. Dr. Parray is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care, ensuring early detection, effective treatment, and long-term oral wellness for his patients.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

If you upload a picture of the wound, I can help you if they have placed a bone graft or not. Your pain seems psychological and has nothing to do with the healing socket. Yes, the suture displacement is too early; four days is the least time we can remove a suture from the oral cavity, and typically suture is removed after ten days. However, suture displacement is not too bad; suture helps heal fast wounds and prevents dry sockets. Kindly remind me after three days if pain and wound coloration are abnormal.

I hope you find it helpful.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 2, 2022
Reviewed At November 21, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray is a passionate Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing and managing complex oral diseases, jaw disorders, and oral lesions. He is skilled in advanced imaging techniques and non-surgical treatments for oral health issues. Dr. Parray is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care, ensuring early detection, effective treatment, and long-term oral wellness for his patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray is a passionate Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing and managing complex oral diseases, jaw disorders, and oral lesions. He is skilled in advanced imaging techniques and non-surgical treatments for oral health issues. Dr. Parray is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care, ensuring early detection, effective treatment, and long-term oral wellness for his patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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