When performing oral surgeries such as implant placements, extractions, or bone grafting, suture selection directly impacts healing outcomes and clinical efficiency. Among the many absorbable options available, chromic gut sutures stand out for their natural origin, predictable absorption, and strength in oral tissue applications.
Strength and Absorbability Tailored for Oral Tissue
Vitality™ Chromic Gut Sutures are crafted from purified collagen derived from the serosa of bovine intestines and treated with chromic salts. This treatment slows enzymatic absorption and increases the tensile strength of the suture, offering approximately 21 days of wound support. The result is a dependable absorbable suture that doesn’t require removal—ideal for sensitive intraoral environments.
Reverse Cutting Needle Design for Clean Passes
Each Vitality™ Chromic Gut Suture comes pre-attached to a 3/8 reverse cutting needle, engineered for smooth penetration and reduced tissue trauma. Features include:
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Enhanced control in tight or angled areas
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Strong needle-to-thread bond to prevent slippage
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Silicone-coated tips for low-resistance entry
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Reliable performance in mucosal and fibrous tissues
Quick Guide: Which Chromic Gut Suture Size Should You Choose?
Choose the suture size based on the tissue, closure requirements, and level of precision needed for the procedure.
| Suture Size | Common Use | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| 3-0 Chromic Gut | Closure where greater suture strength is preferred | 27" thread, 3/8 reverse cutting needle |
| 4-0 Chromic Gut | Versatile option for implant surgery and extractions | 27" thread, 3/8 reverse cutting needle |
| 5-0 Chromic Gut | Finer tissue work and precision closure | 27" thread, 3/8 reverse cutting needle |
Suture selection should be based on the procedure, tissue characteristics, and clinician preference.
All sizes include a 27-inch thread length, helping surgeons complete procedures with fewer sutures and reduced operating time.
Trusted by Professionals Nationwide
Surgeons and dental professionals choose Vitality™ Chromic Gut Sutures not only for their performance but also for their consistency. Each suture is sterilized, individually packaged, and designed to support clean wound closure while minimizing the risk of infection or dehiscence.
Whether you're performing a complex implant procedure or a simple extraction, Vitality’s chromic gut suture range offers the precision, absorption, and strength you need.
Choose Your Vitality Chromic Gut Suture
Compare Vitality Chromic Gut suture sizes and needle configurations for oral surgery, implant, extraction, and soft tissue closure workflows.
3-0 Chromic Gut
27" Thread • 19 mm • 3/8 Reverse Cutting
A larger-diameter absorbable suture option for oral soft tissue approximation when a more substantial suture size is preferred.
- Oral surgery
- Wisdom tooth extractions
- Implant procedures
- Box of 12
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4-0 Chromic Gut
27" Thread • 19 mm • 3/8 Reverse Cutting
A versatile absorbable option for implant surgery, bone grafting, extractions, and periodontal procedures.
- Dental implant surgery
- Bone grafting
- Wisdom tooth extractions
- Box of 12
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4-0 Chromic Gut
27" Thread • 13 mm • 3/8 Reverse Cutting
A 4-0 Chromic Gut option with a smaller 13 mm reverse cutting needle for procedures where a smaller needle configuration is preferred.
- 4-0 absorbable Chromic Gut
- Smaller 13 mm needle
- 3/8 reverse cutting
- Box of 12
$31.99 with Subscribe & Save
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