Got-A-Cut: Pediatric Laceration Repair in New Jersey

Overview

When your child gets a cut, every second and stitch matters. Our award-winning plastic surgeons offer precise laceration repair that minimizes scarring and supports optimal healing, especially for cuts on the face, hands, or other visible areas. We also provide same-day care to help your family avoid long waits and unnecessary ER visits.

Summary

Procedure time

30 Minutes

Overnight stay

Not Required

Anesthetic

No Sedation Required

Recovery time

5-7 days
depending on injury location and depth

Treatment Areas

Facial cuts (forehead, chin, cheeks, lips)

Even a small facial cut can leave a significant mark without proper repair. Our surgeons specialize in delicate closures that help reduce visible scarring — especially important during your child’s formative years.

Arm, leg, and hand lacerations

Whether it’s a scraped knee or a sliced finger, limb injuries can affect appearance and function. We ensure clean, cosmetic closure while supporting a full range of motion.

Playground, pet, sports, and household injuries

Most childhood cuts happen when we least expect them. Whether it’s a dog bite, sports injury, or accident at home, our team is ready to treat your child with care that prioritizes healing — physically and emotionally.

Superficial wounds that benefit from cosmetic closure

Even minor cuts deserve expert attention. When appearance matters — especially on the face or hands — cosmetic closure by a plastic surgeon offers peace of mind and better outcomes.

Am I a Candidate for

In-Office Laceration Repair?

Most playground, kitchen, or sports-related cuts can be safely treated here — helping you skip the ER and get expert care without the chaos. If your child is awake, responsive, and not bleeding heavily, we’re likely the best option for expert care in a calm, private setting. We can help with:

Patients of all ages, including infants, kids, and teens
Minor to moderate cuts on face, hands, limbs
Injuries without head trauma or uncontrolled bleeding
Those who prefer private, expert-led care over the ER

Consultation

During your consultation, our surgeons will evaluate the injury, discuss your child’s medical history, and create a personalized treatment plan. We’ll walk you through the repair process and answer any questions about healing, scarring, and aftercare.

What to Expect

Stay calm, cool, and collected

Take a deep breath. Your child will mirror your energy — staying steady helps everyone.

Check that it’s not a true emergency

If the bleeding is severe, the wound is spurting, or your child is unresponsive, call 911 or head to the ER. We can help with most cuts that are clean, shallow, or facial.

Hold gentle pressure on the injury

Use a moist, clean cloth or gauze and apply gentle pressure to control bleeding.

Gather insurance information

We accept most major plans. If you’re unsure, we can confirm coverage over the phone.

Contact us for a same-day visit

Call our office right away — we reserve time every day for urgent injuries like this. Most visits take less than an hour, and your child will leave with a lollipop (and a lot less stress than an ER visit).

Meet Our New Jersey Surgeons

With world-renowned expertise and a reputation for excellence, our New Jersey-based plastic surgeons are trusted by families and physicians across the region. Learn more about our specialists and their approach to pediatric care.

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Financing & Insurance

We know how stressful unexpected injuries can be — especially when you're worried about care and coverage. That’s why we’ve made the process easier.

The Plastic Surgery Center accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Horizon NJ Health, along with most major insurance plans. If you're unsure about your coverage, our team can walk you through your benefits and help you understand out-of-network options if needed.

Call us anytime for help verifying insurance or estimating costs.

Have questions? We’re here to help.