Unlike stitches, surgical staples don't dissolve as your incision or wound heals. For this reason, they require some special care and must be removed by your doctor once the incision has healed.

Is it normal for staples to fall out?

What Happens If Stitches (or Staple) Fall Out Early? If the stitches or staples come out early, the wound might open up. You can reinforce the wound with tape or butterfly adhesive bandages (Band-Aids). Call your doctor.

How long should surgical staples stay in?

Staples usually stay in for 7 to 14 days because they are placed on parts of the body like the scalp, arms, or legs. Staples need to be taken out with a special staple remover. But doctors' offices don't always have this device.