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What are your favorite sutures to use in dermatologic surgery?

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Dermatology · Skin Surgery Center

The type of suture I prefer can vary based on location, tension, and skin quality. For the majority of cases on the face, I prefer 4-0 monocryl for deep sutures and 6-0 nylon or 5-0 Prolene for top sutures. I use Vicryl for deep-tacking sutures. I occasionally use 4-0 PDS on nasal flaps. For grafts,...

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