Aftercare and recovery. Most minor finger cuts heal within 2–4 weeks. Deeper cuts or those requiring medical attention or surgery will take longer to heal. During the recovery process, people should be aware of signs that the wound is not healing correctly.

How do you heal a deep cut on your finger without stitches?

For smaller lacerations that do not require stitches, use an antiseptic ointment and an adhesive bandage (such as a butterfly closure bandage). This will help to keep the wound clean and help prevent infection and scarring.

Will a finger cut heal on its own?

If the wound is small and doesn't involve the bone, your doctor may leave it to heal on its own. You may need to wear gauze over the wound to protect it.