Children are naturally active, and cuts or lacerations are common. While some small scrapes heal on their own, deeper cuts may require stitches to close the wound and prevent infection. Prompt medical care ensures proper healing, minimizes scarring, and helps your child feel more comfortable. At Super Kids Urgent Care, we provide expert stitches and wound care in a child-friendly environment.
Your child will be treated by Chip Overton, MSN, CPNP-AC/PC, a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner. With nearly twenty years of experience in urgent and critical care, Chip is highly skilled in wound assessment, suturing, and pediatric urgent care procedures. Families trust his strong credentials, advanced training, and compassionate care for safe and effective treatment.
When Does a Cut Need Stitches?
Not every cut requires stitches, but certain signs indicate that professional care is needed. These include:
If you are unsure whether stitches are required, our team will evaluate the wound and recommend the best treatment.
Diagnostic and Treatment Options
We provide complete wound care for children in need of stitches. Treatment may include:
We focus on reducing pain and helping wounds heal properly.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Here is what typically happens when your child comes in for stitches:
Our providers keep the process as stress free as possible while ensuring safety and healing.
Why Choose Super Kids Urgent Care for Stitches?
Parents choose our clinic for trusted pediatric wound care. Here is why we stand out:
We are committed to providing safe, effective stitches care that helps children recover quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most stitches are removed within 5 to 10 days, depending on the location and size of the wound.
We use numbing medicine and distraction techniques to keep children as comfortable as possible.
Some scarring may occur, but proper placement and aftercare reduce the risk. Our providers give detailed wound care instructions.
It is best to avoid strenuous activity until stitches are removed. Your provider will give guidance based on the wound’s location.
If stitches loosen or fall out before healing, return for evaluation. We will determine if replacement or additional care is needed.
Schedule Stitches Care For Your Child
If your child has a cut that may need stitches, we are here to help. Need care today? Visit Super Kids Urgent Care in Owens Cross Roads, AL, for expert wound treatment.
