Medical Sutures
Absorbable dental sutures
Browse sterile absorbable sutures for professional dental and oral surgery procurement. Compare monofilament and braided materials, USP sizes, strand lengths and intraoral needle configurations across the available range.
Final product selection remains the responsibility of a suitably qualified dental professional. Sterile sutures are normally non-cancellable and non-returnable once supplied, except where faulty or supplied incorrectly.
Clinical procurement pathways
Absorbable sutures may reduce the need for a routine removal appointment, but absorption and strength-retention profiles vary. Use the prescribed specification, local protocol and manufacturer instructions for use.
Compare absorbable products specified for straightforward intraoral soft-tissue approximation after dental extraction.
Check: material, USP size and needle geometryReview monofilament and braided absorbable options where handling, tissue passage and closure support form part of the clinical specification.
Check: strand construction and support profileWhere the prescribed procedure requires a different support profile, compare the appropriate absorbable material and exact product configuration.
Check: manufacturer data for the selected SKUMaterials in this department
The current range includes different absorbable polymers, constructions and product families. Products are not automatically interchangeable even when the USP size appears similar.
Coated polyglactin 910 antibacterial sutures offered in a variety of sizes, strand lengths and needle configurations.
View the VICRYL guidePoliglecaprone 25 antibacterial monofilament sutures with product-specific size, colour and needle combinations.
View the MONOCRYL guidePolydioxanone antibacterial monofilament sutures for specifications requiring the support profile associated with the selected product.
View the PDS guideA separate fast-absorbing polyglactin 910 range for procedures where that exact product profile has been selected.
View dental VICRYL RAPIDEProduct matching
Do not select from the material name alone. Confirm the complete specification shown on the product page and packaging. Where available, ordering by the manufacturer reference provides the clearest match.
If an exact code has been discontinued or is unavailable, request an approved alternative rather than assuming another product is equivalent.
Related dental collections
Use the related departments when the required specification is non-absorbable, PTFE, monofilament or intended for implant and grafting procedures.
Specialist group websites
Explore related Astflick Group websites for specialist dental, surgical, veterinary and dermal product procurement.
Absorbable dental sutures FAQ
This information supports product navigation only. It does not replace clinical judgement, local protocols or the manufacturer instructions for use.
Absorbable sutures are designed to be broken down by the body over a product-specific period, but follow-up and removal decisions remain clinical matters. Always follow the selected product information and local protocol.
No. Materials differ in construction, handling, strength-retention profile and absorption behaviour. Needle and strand specifications also vary between individual product codes.
The live department includes multiple sizes and configurations. Use the product filters and individual listings to confirm current availability rather than relying on a typical size alone.
Yes. Contact our team with a clear photograph or the complete manufacturer code, plus the required quantity and delivery date.
Sterile and medically sensitive products are normally non-returnable and non-cancellable once supplied, except where faulty or supplied incorrectly. Check the returns policy before ordering.
Yes. Business customers can provide product codes and expected quantities for availability checks, repeat-order planning and commercial enquiries.
Product and volume enquiries
Send the manufacturer reference, required quantity and delivery date. Our team can help locate the correct listing and review availability for professional business procurement.
