Wound Care & Laceration Repair in Canton & Ann Arbor, MI
Deep cut or laceration that will not stop bleeding? Visit MI Express Urgent Care in Canton or Ann Arbor. Our team is equipped to assess, clean, and close wounds quickly — saving you a costly, time-consuming ER visit. Walk in anytime.
Our Convenient Locations
Canton Location
MI Express Urgent Care in Canton
44237 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI 48188
Monday - Friday : 9 AM - 7 PM
Saturday - Sunday : 10 AM - 6 PM
Ann Arbor Location
MI Express Urgent Care in Ann Arbor
80 S Zeeb Rd Unit 101 C, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Monday - Friday : 9 AM - 7 PM
Saturday - Sunday : 10 AM - 6 PM
When a Cut Needs More Than a Bandage
Minor cuts and scrapes can typically be treated at home with gentle cleaning, an antibiotic ointment, and a bandage. However, deeper lacerations — cuts that go through multiple layers of skin — often require professional wound closure to heal properly, prevent infection, and minimize scarring.
At MI Express Urgent Care, we treat a wide range of wounds and lacerations at both our Canton and Ann Arbor locations. Our providers are experienced in wound assessment, irrigation, foreign body removal, and multiple types of wound closure.
NOTE: A wound with uncontrolled, heavy bleeding or possible damage to tendons, nerves, or arteries needs the ER. For everything else, walk in and we'll assess and close it quickly.
Signs That You Need Urgent Care for a Wound
Not sure if your cut needs professional care? Visit MI Express Urgent Care if any of the following apply:
- The wound is deep enough to see fat, muscle, or bone
- The cut is longer than half an inch or has jagged, gaping edges
- Bleeding does not stop after 10 to 15 minutes of continuous pressure
- The wound is on the face, hands, or joints where appearance or function matters
- The wound is contaminated with dirt, gravel, glass, metal, or other debris
- The cut was caused by an animal or human bite
- The wound is over a joint and you have difficulty moving normally
- You have not had a tetanus booster in the last 5 years
- Signs of infection: increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or discharge
Our Wound Care & Laceration Repair Services
Wound Cleaning & Irrigation
We thoroughly clean and irrigate wounds to remove contaminants and reduce the risk of infection — a critical step before any closure method is applied.
Wound Closure Options
- Sutures (stitches) for deep or long lacerations
- Skin staples for scalp wounds or linear lacerations in low-tension areas
- Wound closure strips (Steri-Strips) for small, clean, superficial cuts
- Skin adhesive (tissue glue) for appropriate wound types
Additional Wound Services
- Tetanus vaccination when indicated
- Foreign body removal (gravel, glass, splinters, and similar debris)
- Wound debridement of damaged or infected tissue
- Prescription antibiotics for infected or high-risk wounds
- Detailed aftercare instructions and scheduled suture removal appointments
Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room for Wounds
Most cuts and lacerations are faster and more affordable to treat at urgent care. Severe bleeding and deep trauma need the ER.
Urgent Care Is Right For You If…
- Laceration requiring stitches with stable bleeding
- Wound from a clean object with no nerve/tendon damage
- Minor puncture wound or bite requiring evaluation
- Infected wound needing treatment
- Foreign body removal (glass, gravel, splinters)
- Tetanus booster needed after a wound
Go to the ER If…
- Wound with uncontrolled, heavy bleeding
- Injury involving possible damage to tendons, nerves, or arteries
- Deep puncture to the chest, abdomen, or neck
- Wound exposing bone, tendon, or joint cavity
- Injury resulting from significant trauma (car accident, fall from height)
- Signs of severe infection with fever or spreading red streaks
Wound Care Aftercare Guidance
Proper wound care after your visit is essential for optimal healing and to minimize scarring. Your provider will give you specific instructions, which may include:
- Keep the wound covered and dry for the first 24 to 48 hours
- After the initial period, gently clean the wound once daily with mild soap and water
- Apply antibiotic ointment and change the dressing as directed
- Avoid soaking the wound in baths, pools, or hot tubs until fully healed
- Return for scheduled suture or staple removal as instructed by your provider
- Watch for warning signs of infection and return immediately if they appear
What Our Patients Say About Us
Walk In for Wound Care at MI Express Urgent Care
Skip the long ER wait for a cut or laceration. Walk into MI Express Urgent Care in Canton or Ann Arbor — no appointment needed. We're open 7 days a week and most wound repairs are done in under an hour. Contact us with any questions.
We Accept Most Health Insurances
Walk-In Wound Care in Canton & Ann Arbor
Canton Location
MI Express Urgent Care & Primary Care
44237 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI 48188
Urgent Care: 734-388-4999
Primary Care: 734-339-2661
Mon–Fri: 9AM–7PM | Sat–Sun: 10AM–6PM
Ann Arbor Location
MI Express Urgent Care & Primary Care
80 S Zeeb Rd Unit 101, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Urgent Care: 734-999-3850
Primary Care: 734-212-8443
Mon–Fri: 9AM–7PM | Sat–Sun: 10AM–6PM
More Conditions We Treat at Urgent Care
Open 7 Days a Week! Walk In or Schedule an Appointment!
MI Express Urgent Care in Canton and Ann Arbor, MI, is committed to your health 7 days a week.
Whether you walk in or schedule a visit, we’re here every day to provide the care you need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If the wound is deeper than a quarter inch, has gaping edges that do not stay together, does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes of pressure, or is on the face, hands, or joints, it likely needs professional closure. When in doubt, visit our urgent care for an evaluation.
Yes. Our providers are fully equipped to assess and close lacerations using sutures, staples, wound closure strips, or skin adhesive depending on the type and location of the wound.
Most wound closures at MI Express Urgent & Primary Care are completed within 30 to 60 minutes from check-in to discharge. Complex wounds or those requiring extensive cleaning may take a bit longer. Walk-in visits are welcome and we see patients as quickly as possible.
Stitch removal timing depends on the wound location and how quickly you heal. Facial stitches are typically removed in 4 to 5 days. Stitches on the body or scalp are usually removed in 7 to 10 days. Joint stitches may stay in for up to 14 days. Your provider will give you a specific timeline.
A tetanus booster is recommended if you have not had one in the past 5 years and the wound was caused by a dirty or rusty object, animal bite, or puncture wound. If it has been more than 10 years since your last tetanus shot, a booster is recommended regardless of wound type. Our providers will check your vaccination history and administer the booster if needed.
Yes. We treat infected wounds including those with redness, swelling, warmth, discharge, or abscess formation. Treatment may include wound cleaning, drainage, and prescription antibiotics. If the infection has spread significantly or you have a fever, our team will assess whether a higher level of care is needed.
