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Suture Selection for Optimal Flap Closure and Tissue Healing
Author(s):
Lee H. Silverstein, DDS, MS, FACD, FICD
Date Added:
7/23/2008
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Summary:
Suture selection is based on a knowledge of the physi cal and biologic characteristics of the suture thread in relationship to the healing process. In addition, accurate apposition of the flap is significant to patient comfort, hemostasis, reduction of the wound to be repaired, and prevention of unnecessary bone destruction. If flaps are not approximated and inadequate hemostasis is present, blood and serum may accumulate under the flap, delaying the healing process by separating the flap from the underlying bone.
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