# Laceration Treatment Summary Laceration treatment employs a tiered approach based on wound characteristics. **Nonabsorbable sutures** serve as the primary choice for most lacerations, especially facial wounds requiring precise closure and minimal scarring, with removal timing varying by location (5-14 days). For superficial wounds, **tissue adhesives** and **Steri-Strips** offer quick, painless alternatives ideal for low-tension injuries and pediatric patients. **Absorbable sutures** and **staples** address deeper lacerations or high-tension wounds where removal convenience is prioritized. Topically, **petroleum jelly** is preferred over antibiotic ointments for routine wound care due to superior healing promotion and lower allergic reaction risk, though **triple antibiotic ointment** remains an option when infection prevention is needed.