Suture Supply Co Knowledge Hub
Skin closure sutures are designed for external wound approximation, cosmetic closure, laceration repair and surgical skin closure procedures requiring dependable tensile strength, smooth tissue passage and controlled healing support. Monofilament and absorbable sutures are commonly selected depending on cosmetic outcome, wound tension and healing requirements.
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Cosmetic Wound Closure
Skin closure sutures are commonly selected for precise wound edge approximation and improved cosmetic healing outcomes.
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Monofilament Precision
Monofilament sutures such as Monocryl, Ethilon and Prolene support smooth tissue passage and reduced tissue drag.
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Absorbable and Non-Absorbable Options
Skin closure procedures may involve absorbable subcuticular sutures or non-absorbable external wound support materials.
Skin Closure Healing Profiles
Different skin closure procedures require different wound support durations depending on tension, tissue type and cosmetic requirements.
Monocryl / Poliglecaprone 25
Ethilon / Nylon
Prolene / Polypropylene
| Suture Material | Structure | Absorbability | Common Skin Closure Use |
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| Monocryl / Poliglecaprone 25 | Monofilament | Absorbable | Subcuticular and cosmetic closure procedures |
| Ethilon / Nylon | Monofilament | Non-Absorbable | External skin closure and laceration repair |
| Prolene / Polypropylene | Monofilament | Non-Absorbable | Plastic surgery and precision skin approximation |
| Vicryl / Polyglactin 910 | Braided | Absorbable | Deep dermal support and layered closure |
Cosmetic Skin Approximation
Skin closure sutures are commonly selected to support precise wound edge alignment and cosmetic healing outcomes.
Reduced Tissue Drag
Monofilament sutures support smooth tissue passage and controlled handling during skin closure procedures.
External and Subcuticular Closure
Skin closure may involve absorbable internal support or non-absorbable external wound approximation depending on the procedure.
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Browse professional skin closure sutures by material, USP size, absorbability and cosmetic wound closure application.
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LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture Metric 6 50 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture Metric 5 75 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture Metric 4 100 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture Metric 3.5 100 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 2/0 100 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3/0 100 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 4/0 100 cm Blue Cassette (1 Pc.) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 4/0 75 cm Black HS 17 (17 mm) Non-Cutting Round-Bodied (Taper) Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 5/0 75 cm Black HS 16 (16 mm) Non-Cutting Round-Bodied (Taper) Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 1 90 cm Blue DS 90 (90 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 100 cm Blue DS 90 (90 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 1 75 cm Blue DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2 90 cm Blue DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 0 75 cm Blue DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 90 cm Blue DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 75 cm Blue DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 1 75 cm Blue DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 3/0 75 cm Blue DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 75 cm Blue DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 1 75 cm Blue DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 0 75 cm Blue DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 75 cm Blue DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 3/0 75 cm Blue DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) -
LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture USP 2/0 75 cm Blue DS 26 (26 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
