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I got hit last week and got a cut to my upper lip and moustache area without getting stitches. how can it heal without scar?

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Is the cut lined up?: As long as there's not infection and the edges of the wound line up then there's a good chance that it will heal with less scarring. If any doubt best to get a doctor or nurse to check it.

Answered 12/12/2016

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Depends: Depends on the depth and width of cut. A scar will always result. Can be minimized by scar revision by facial plastic surgeon.

Answered 12/7/2016

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A member asked:

I got hit last week and got a cut to my upper lip and moustache area without getting stitches. how can it heal without scar?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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