title: Suturing principles for the dentoalveolar surgeon.
abstract: Dentists should be aware of the characteristics of suture material, and the technique used should provide effectiveness and ease. Dentists who routinely perform dentoalveolar surgery should have at least 1 type of absorbable and 1 type of nonabsorbable suture readily available within their operatory supply. This article focuses on the physical properties of suture materials and their tissue reactivity, and it reviews various suturing techniques used in contemporary dentoalveolar surgery. Familiarity with the concepts presented in this article, and continuous practice of the surgical skills presented, enhances surgical acumen and allows for improved healing, increased postoperative comfort, and successful surgery.
authors: Blue Ridge Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 54 South Medical Park Drive, Fishersville, VA 22939, USA. mtbrandtoms@gmail.com
authors: M Todd
authors: MT
authors: Brandt
authors: W Scott
authors: WS
authors: Jenkins
mesh_terms: D020341:Absorbable Implants; D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D006801:Humans; D019647:Oral Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000517:prevention & control; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000145:classification / Q000295:instrumentation; D013537:Sutures / Q000145:classification; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014945:Wound Healing / Q000502:physiology
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials