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Reconstruction Procedures

Trauma & Laceration Repair

Specialized repair of cuts and soft-tissue injuries to reduce scarring.

What is Trauma & Laceration Repair for?

Plastic surgical repair of lacerations, dog bites and soft-tissue injuries restores function and minimizes scarring through careful, layered closure techniques.

Benefits

  • Thinner, less noticeable scars
  • Lower infection risk with proper care
  • Preserved function

Who benefits?

  • Children and adults with facial cuts
  • Patients with complex or contaminated wounds
  • Those with animal bites

Recovery time

Sutures are usually removed in 5–14 days; scars mature over 6–12 months.

Every patient heals differently. Dr. Saba will give you a personalized recovery plan.

Why choose Dr. Saba?

Dr. Salim Saba is dual board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, with more than 15 years of experience and training at UT Southwestern and UC San Diego. His trauma training ensures careful repair from the start.

Trauma & Laceration Repair Before & After

See real trauma & laceration repair patient results, shared with consent.

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Dr. Salim Saba, MD, FACS

Dr. Saba is board certified and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

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