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SutureVet's absorbable dental veterinary sutures are the preferred choice for intraoral wound closure in veterinary patients, eliminating the need for suture removal in a location that is difficult to access and stressful for both patient and clinician. Absorbable materials dissolve naturally through hydrolysis or enzymatic degradation, with absorption timelines carefully matched to mucosal and gingival healing rates.
Our absorbable dental suture range includes fast-absorbing options ideal for gingival flap closure and extraction sites where rapid mucosal healing is expected, as well as standard-absorption materials for more complex oral soft tissue repairs requiring longer wound support. Both monofilament and braided absorbable constructions are available, with fine gauges and atraumatic intraoral needle profiles suited to veterinary dental procedures in dogs, cats, rabbits, and other species.
Choosing the right absorbable dental suture reduces post-operative complications, eliminates the need for a second anaesthetic for suture removal, and improves the overall patient experience. All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers trusted by veterinary dental specialists across the UK.
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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8850, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and fascial approximation where enhanced tensile strength and extended reach are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 90 cm strand length supports efficient layered or continuous suturing techniques during surgical procedures.
This suture is bi-directional and supplied double-armed with two CC-30 TAPERCUT needles (31 mm), manufactured from 4310 alloy for strength and consistency. The TAPERCUT configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant or fibrous tissue while maintaining stability and accuracy. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- CC-30 needle design (2 × 31 mm)
- TAPERCUT needle configuration
- 4310 alloy needle construction
- Controlled penetration of fibrous tissue
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8850
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: CC-30 (×2)
- Needle Length: 31 mm
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Layered surgical closure
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8305H, is engineered for precise vascular and soft tissue approximation where long-term strength and minimal tissue reactivity are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, excellent handling and dependable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter offers fine control suitable for vascular procedures and delicate soft tissue repair. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows extended operative reach and flexible placement during anastomosis and reconstruction.
This product features double-armed BV-1 VISI-BLACK taper point needles (9.3 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while VISI-BLACK needle coating enhances intraoperative visibility under surgical lighting. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring consistent vascular precision.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV-1 needles
- VISI-BLACK enhanced needle visibility
- 9.3 mm taper point needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for tissue contrast
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8305H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV-1 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: VISI-BLACK Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 24 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Cardiovascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle visibility
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8307H, is engineered for precise vascular and cardiovascular tissue approximation where long-term strength and minimal tissue reactivity are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, excellent handling and dependable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides fine control for vascular and delicate soft tissue repair. The extended 75 cm (30 inch) strand length allows improved operative flexibility and reach during anastomosis and complex reconstruction procedures.
This product features double-armed C-1 VISI-BLACK taper point needles (13 mm). The taper point geometry supports atraumatic vessel penetration, while VISI-BLACK coating enhances needle visibility under surgical lighting. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring consistent vascular precision.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine vascular diameter
- 75 cm (30 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed C-1 needles
- VISI-BLACK enhanced needle visibility
- 13 mm taper point needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for optimal contrast
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8307H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 13 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: VISI-BLACK Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 30 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Arterial and venous repair
- Delicate soft tissue reconstruction
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle visibility
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8610H, is engineered for precise vascular tissue approximation where refined handling and long-term durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides fine performance suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed BV taper point needles (11 mm). The taper point geometry supports atraumatic vessel penetration, ensuring accurate placement and consistent vascular suturing performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV needles
- 11 mm taper point needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8610H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 11 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 24 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Microvascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8632H, is engineered for secure skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 diameter provides balanced strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows controlled placement and efficient knot tying during wound approximation.
This product features a PC-5 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (24 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances penetration through dermal tissues, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-5 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 24 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8632H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 3-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-5 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 24 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8634H, is engineered for precise skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter offers refined strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and efficient knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (16 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances penetration through dermal tissues, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 16 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8634H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8636H, is engineered for delicate skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for veterinary dermal and minor soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (16 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances dermal penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 16 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for precise dermal penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8636H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- Minor veterinary surgical procedures
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8648G, is engineered for fine skin and soft tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 diameter delivers ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for delicate dermatologic and minor surgical procedures. The 45 cm (18 inch) strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound closure.
This product features a P-6 prime reverse cutting needle (8 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while supporting sharp, controlled penetration. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring precise non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 7-0 ultra-fine surgical diameter
- 45 cm (18 inch) strand length
- P-6 prime reverse cutting needle
- 8 mm needle length
- Designed for delicate dermal penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8648G
- Suture Size: 7-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: P-6
- Needle Length: 8 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 18 in
- QTY/BX: 12
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate skin closure
- Dermatologic procedures
- Minor surgical procedures
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing