What is the procedure called of suturing a lip?
1. Anesthesia. The area around the laceration will be numbed with a local anesthetic.
2. Wound cleansing. The wound will be cleaned with sterile saline to remove any dirt or debris.
3. Wound irrigation. The wound will be irrigated with a sterile saline solution to remove any remaining blood or debris.
4. Debridement. Any damaged or necrotic tissue will be removed from the wound.
5. Hemostasis. Any bleeding will be stopped using a variety of methods, such as cautery, pressure, or sutures.
6. Suturing. The laceration will be closed using a variety of sutures, depending on the location and severity of the wound.
7. Wound dressing. A sterile dressing will be applied to the wound to protect it from infection.
8. Tetanus prophylaxis. A tetanus shot will be given if the wound is deep or contaminated.
9. Postoperative care. The patient will be given instructions on how to care for the wound and will be advised to follow up with a doctor in a few days to check on the healing process.