4062 Flying C Rd. Cameron Park, CA 95682 • P: 530-332-2130
Mon - Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Sat & Holidays: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cuts and Lacerations
With extended hours, no appointment needed and on-site X-rays, sutures and tetanus shots, we’ll help you feel better fast! Learn when to see a doctor for cuts and lacerations.
We’re here to stitch you up seven days a week.
How to know if your cut needs stitches
Whether from the slip of a kitchen knife, a piece of broken glass, or a skateboard wipe-out — cuts, scrapes, and lacerations can happen to anyone.
While some cuts and lacerations can be easily treated at home, others require medical attention. Jovive Health can treat most cuts and is prepared to treat you on-site with sutures, and, if needed, X-rays and tetanus shots.
Head into Jovive Health now if your cut or laceration:
is jagged
is on your face
has edges that gape open
may have damaged deeper tissues such as nerves, tendons, or joints
feels numb
has dirt or debris in it
continues bleeding after 20 minutes of firm, direct pressure
As always, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department for serious or life-threatening injuries.
Avoid ugly scars and infection
Cuts and lacerations can lead to infection and scarring if they are not properly cleaned and treated. If you suffer a cut involving glass or metal, you may also need an x-ray to make sure that there is nothing left inside. Depending on the circumstances of your cut and general health, your doctor may recommend a tetanus booster or a round of antibiotics.
