Why are monofilament sutures used in implant dentistry?

Monofilament sutures are commonly used in implant dentistry because they provide smooth tissue passage, precise flap control and lower plaque retention and wicking potential compared with many braided materials.

What gauge is commonly used for implant and periodontal flap closure?

4-0 and 5-0 are commonly used for flap closure around implants and grafts, while 6-0 is often selected for finer anterior or papilla work depending on clinical requirements.

Which needle types are typical for intraoral implant and perio cases?

Reverse-cutting needles (3/8 or 1/2 circle) are commonly preferred for controlled penetration in oral mucosa and predictable flap management.

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Dental Sutures – Monofilament (Implants & Perio)

Low plaque retention • Smooth tissue passage • Predictable soft-tissue control for implantology and periodontal flap surgery.

Clinical focus: Monofilament dental sutures (polypropylene, nylon, and selected absorbable monofilament options such as PDS or Monocryl) support precise flap adaptation and stable healing around implants, grafts and periodontal defects.

Implants & GBR Periodontal flaps Mucogingival surgery Papilla / aesthetic zone Reverse-cutting needles

Why monofilament for implants and perio?

Dental implant and periodontal procedures often require sutures that give precise soft-tissue control, smooth passage and predictable knot security. Monofilament sutures such as polypropylene (Prolene), nylon (Ethilon) and similar materials provide low-friction handling and excellent intraoral performance.

Supports clean wound margins around implants and regenerative sites

Helps limit plaque retention and wicking vs braided materials

Facilitates atraumatic removal once tissues are stable

Department selection notes

Focused on gauges and needle profiles preferred by implantologists and periodontists for fast selection in clinic.

Gauges: 4-0 / 5-0 for flap closure; 6-0 for papilla/anterior aesthetics

Needles: 3/8 & 1/2 circle reverse-cutting for most flap designs

Use cases: implant placement, peri-implant repositioning, regenerative perio, mucogingival surgery

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Quick selection guide

Use this as a fast clinical filter when choosing monofilament dental sutures for implants and periodontal surgery.

Implants & GBR

Primary flap closure

Gauge: 4-0 or 5-0
Material: Polypropylene or nylon
Needle: Reverse-cutting (3/8 or 1/2 circle)
Goal: Stable margins, low plaque retention

Perio Flaps

Repositioning & stabilisation

Gauge: 5-0
Material: Nylon / polypropylene; absorbable monofilament when appropriate
Needle: Reverse-cutting
Goal: Precise adaptation, clean wound margins

Papilla / Aesthetic

Fine mucogingival work

Gauge: 6-0
Material: Polypropylene preferred for fine control
Needle: Fine reverse-cutting / micro-needle
Goal: Minimal trauma, high precision

Supplier: Medical Sutures is a specialist UK supplier supporting implant centres and periodontal practices with reliable delivery and repeat ordering.

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Dental Sutures - Monofilament (Implants & Perio)