We usually use internal dissolvable sutures for the skin layer and a strip of Fixomull over the top of the skin, meaning there are no sutures or staples to be removed. It’s important you keep the dressing intact and look after your wound as the dressing has anti-microbial properties.It’s also important that you have your wound reviewed, so make an appointment with your GP around 2 weeks after surgery to remove your waterproof dressing.