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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 ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1866G, is designed for fine soft tissue approximation where precision, minimal tissue trauma and dependable tensile strength are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 6-0 size is ideal for delicate skin closure, facial procedures and cosmetic applications requiring refined wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length allows controlled handling in superficial and precision-focused surgical environments.
1866G is supplied single-armed with one PC-3 Prime cutting needle measuring 13 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The cutting needle configuration enables accurate penetration through skin and firm tissue, while Prime needle technology supports sustained sharpness and consistent performance during fine suturing procedures.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital, cosmetic and specialist surgical settings requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 6-0 fine calibre suture
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PC-3 Prime cutting needle
- • 13 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1866G
- GTIN: 30705031002856
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PC-3 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Delicate skin closure
- • Facial and cosmetic procedures
- • Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- • Fine superficial wound approximation
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1894G, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where balanced tensile strength and precise needle control are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 4-0 size offers reliable tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across a range of outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
1894G is supplied single-armed with one PC-5 Prime cutting needle measuring 16 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The cutting needle configuration enables accurate penetration through skin and firm tissue, while Prime needle technology supports sustained sharpness and consistent performance throughout the procedure.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 4-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PC-5 Prime cutting needle
- • 16 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1894G
- GTIN: 30705031002870
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PC-5 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 4985G, is designed for high-tension soft tissue approximation where maximum tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 1 size provides substantial tensile strength suitable for fascia closure, deep tissue approximation and procedures requiring durable support. The extended 40 inch (100 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it ideal for longer suture lines and deeper surgical fields.
4985G is supplied single-armed with one CTX taper point needle measuring 48 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature. The taper point configuration enables controlled, atraumatic penetration through soft tissue while supporting secure and precise approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring strong, permanent non-absorbable tissue support.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 1 high tensile strength suture
- • Extended 40 in (100 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed CTX taper point needle
- • 48 mm needle length, 1/2 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term durability
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 4985G
- GTIN: 30705031238750
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 40 in (100 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: CTX Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 48 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Fascia and deep tissue closure
- • High-tension soft tissue approximation
- • General and abdominal surgery
- • Procedures requiring strong, permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 627H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where dependable tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 3-0 size delivers firm tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring consistent approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it ideal for longer suture lines and deeper operative fields.
627H is supplied single-armed with one KS reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 3-0 suture size
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed KS reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 627H
- GTIN: 30705031006977
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: KS Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and external wound approximation
- • Procedures requiring extended suture length
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 628H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where increased tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 2-0 size delivers strong tensile performance suitable for skin closure and soft tissue procedures requiring firm, durable approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for longer suture lines and deeper operative fields.
628H is supplied single-armed with one KS reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 2-0 suture size
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed KS reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 628H
- GTIN: 30705031007004
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: KS Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure requiring increased tensile strength
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring extended suture length
- • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 653H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where dependable tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 3-0 size offers firm tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring consistent approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across a wide range of outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
653H is supplied single-armed with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 3-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS-2 reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 653H
- GTIN: 30705031239559
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS-2 Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and external wound approximation
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 661H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where fine tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 5-0 size delivers refined tensile performance suitable for skin closure and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
661H is supplied single-armed with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital settings requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 5-0 fine calibre suture
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS-2 reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 661H
- GTIN: 30705031007707
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS-2 Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 662G, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where balanced tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 4-0 size offers reliable tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures precise handling across outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
662G is supplied single-armed with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 4-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS-2 reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 662G
- GTIN: 30705031007738
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS-2 Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support