In vitro study examines how suture characteristics affect soft-tissue behavior, suggesting evidence-based suture selection for surgery.
Finer sutures (6-0 and 7-0) function as protective mechanical fuses, safeguarding delicate tissues during manipulation. PA 6-0 provides reliable protection, while 7-0 PVF and PGA are recommended for fragile mucosa manipulation. These findings provide a biomechanical framework for evidence-based suture selection in periodontal plastic surgery.
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