Dental suture range · Professional supply
Dental sutures
Compare sutures for dental and oral-surgery purchasing across PTFE, silk, polyglactin 910, PGA, nylon and other specified materials. Narrow the range by absorbability, polymer, construction, USP size, strand length, needle code, brand and catalogue reference.
Shop dental sutures
Match products against the authorised purchasing specification.
Absorbable & non-absorbable
Monofilament & braided
Multiple USP sizes
Dental needle options
Compare dental suture configurations
Dental sutures can differ substantially by absorbability, polymer, construction, USP size, strand, colour and needle. These groups support product identification only; the authorised dental specification must determine the required product.
Suture groupExamples to compareVerify before ordering
PTFENon-absorbable PTFE monofilament product familiesConfirm colour, USP size, strand length, needle code, manufacturer reference and pack.
SilkNon-absorbable braided silk product familiesCheck colour, coating where stated, size, strand, needle, code and pack quantity.
Absorbable braidedPolyglactin 910 and PGA product familiesVerify polymer, coating, colour, USP size, strand, needle and manufacturer reference.
Other authorised optionsNylon and other specified monofilament or braided configurationsMatch the complete specification to the authorised dental requirement.
Explore related suture collections
Browse the principal material collections relevant to identifying products for an approved dental or oral-surgery requirement.
Non-absorbable material
PTFE sutures
Compare PTFE sutures by brand, colour, USP size, strand, needle and code.
View PTFE sutures → Non-absorbable materialSilk sutures
Browse silk sutures by brand, colour, coating, USP size, strand and needle.
View silk sutures → Absorbable materialVICRYL / Polyglactin 910
Compare polyglactin 910 products by coating, colour, size, strand and needle.
View polyglactin 910 → Absorbable materialPGA sutures
Compare PGA products by construction, colour, USP size, strand, needle and code.
View PGA sutures →Find the correct dental suture
Start with the dentist's approved product list, original packaging or purchasing specification. Similar product descriptions can conceal important differences in absorbability, polymer, construction, USP size, colour, strand, needle and pack format.
Confirm material and constructionMatch the specified polymer, absorbability, coating and monofilament or braided structure.
Match strand and needleCheck USP size, colour, strand length, needle code, point, diameter, curvature and arming.
Verify the catalogue codeConfirm brand, exact manufacturer reference and pack quantity before ordering.
Material familiesPTFE, silk, polyglactin 910, PGA, nylon and specified alternatives
ConstructionMonofilament, braided and manufacturer-specific configurations
Selection basisAuthorised specification, material, size, strand, needle, catalogue code and current IFU
Dental sutures FAQs
What products are included in this collection?
This collection is intended to group sutures associated with authorised dental and oral-surgery purchasing requirements across absorbable and non-absorbable materials.
Does the collection include absorbable and non-absorbable dental sutures?
Yes. The intended range includes both groups. Confirm the required polymer, absorbability, construction, USP size, strand and full needle specification before ordering.
Are PTFE, silk, VICRYL and PGA equivalent?
No. These product families differ by polymer, absorbability, construction and manufacturer-defined characteristics. Do not substitute one for another without an authorised requirement.
How should I compare dental needle options?
Match the named needle code, point type, diameter, curvature, length and single- or double-armed configuration against the original purchasing requirement.
Are dental sutures interchangeable?
No. Products with the same USP size can differ by absorbability, material, colour, construction, strand length, needle geometry, arming, manufacturer reference and pack quantity.
How do I identify the correct product code?
Match the brand, material, absorbability, construction, USP size, colour, strand length, complete needle specification and pack quantity before confirming the manufacturer catalogue code.
Professional-use information: This page supports product identification and purchasing only and is not clinical guidance. Product availability, packaging and specifications can change. Qualified healthcare professionals should confirm suitability and consult the manufacturer’s current labelling and instructions for use.
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Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 6-0 60 cm C-1 Taper Point Needle W8718 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 10-0 23 cm Double-Armed STC-6 Reverse Spatula Needles (16 mm) W1713 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 20 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point Needle 22 mm, Ski – E9903S (Box of 24) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 45 cm (18 in) – Undyed – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting PC-5 MULTIPASS® Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP823G (Box of 12) Size: 4-0 Colour: Undyed -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FSLX Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9390 (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FSLX -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-37 Needle 37 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9466 (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point V-37 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-80 Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9379 (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point V-80 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point UR-4 Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9165 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point UR-4 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9030 (Box of 12) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-1 Needle 24 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP451H (Box of 36) Size: 4-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-1 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP398H (Box of 36) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP393H (Box of 36) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 5-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP391H (Box of 36) Size: 5-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTX Needle – VCP364H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTXD Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9990 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Cut CTXD -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CPX Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9297 (Box of 12) Size: 2 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point CPX -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-34 Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9364 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: aper Point V-34 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point MO-6 Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP238H (Box of 36) Size: 2 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point MO-6 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9001 (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9000 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 (Metric 2) – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting FS-3 Needle 24 mm, 3/8 Circle – W9444 (Box of 12) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Conventional Cutting FS-3 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point MO-4 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 37 mm, 1/2 Circle – J702D (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point MO-4 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 6-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Double-Armed Taper Point S-29 Needles 11 mm, 3/8 Circle – J555G (Box of 12) Size: 6-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point S-29 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 4 x 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CT-2 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2575E (Box of 24)
