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How long does it take for skin to heal after debridement?

The skin begins to heal almost instantly after any form of debridement. Once the dead and dying tissue surrounding a skin wound is removed, new tissue begins to slowly grow in its place within days. The exact amount of time it takes for a wound to fully heal after debridement varies greatly based on the size of the wound, its depth, and your overall health.

What is skin debridement?

What are the different types of skin debridement?

How do you know if a wound needs skin debridement?

What happens during a skin debridement procedure?

When should a wound not be debrided?

How do wounds heal after debridement?

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