{"product_id":"techsuture-pga-absorbable-suture-usp-4-0-17-mm-3-8-circle-black-regular-27-in-70-cm-box-of-12","title":"Techsuture PGA Absorbable Suture – USP 4-0, 17 mm 3\/8 Circle Black Regular, 27 in (70 cm), Box of 12","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eTechsuture PGA is a synthetic absorbable braided polyglycolic acid suture designed for general soft-tissue approximation where absorbable sutures are indicated. The violet color supports visibility during placement, while the multifilament braided structure provides smooth handling, secure knot placement, and controlled passage through tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eThis configuration includes a USP 4-0, 27 in (70 cm) strand with a 17 mm 3\/8 circle Black Regular reverse-cutting needle. The 4-0 size offers dependable support for closures that require slightly broader tissue engagement than finer 5-0 options, while the 17 mm needle provides a balanced working size for controlled placement in accessible surgical areas\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 18px 0 26px; padding: 16px 18px 20px; background: #f6f8fb; border: 1px solid #d9e3f0; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #111827; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eUSP 4-0 vs USP 5-0 – Choosing the Right PGA Suture Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.55; color: #4b5563; margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the suture size based on the level of tissue support, handling preference, and closure delicacy required during the procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5edf6; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4-0\u003c\/strong\u003e – offers more support and slightly broader tissue engagement, making it a practical choice when stronger temporary approximation is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5edf6; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/techsuture-pga-absorbable-suture-usp-5-0-15-mm-3-8-circle-black-regular-22-in-55-cm-box-of-12\" style=\"color: #0b5cab; font-weight: 500;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5-0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – provides finer closure and more delicate tissue approximation, especially useful when a smaller needle-and-thread profile is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKEY SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 14px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #dbe4ef; border-radius: 8px; background: #f8fbff;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 180px 1fr; column-gap: 16px; row-gap: 0; line-height: 1.35;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eTechsuture (Brazil)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003ePolyglycolic acid (PGA)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eSuture Structure\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eBraided multifilament\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eAbsorbability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eAbsorbable\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eUSP Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003e4-0\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eThread Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003e27 in (70 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eViolet\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eNeedle Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eReverse cutting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eNeedle Profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eBlack regular\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eNeedle Curvature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003e3\/8 circle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eNeedle Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003e17 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eNeedle Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003e~0.33 mm (narrow profile)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e6edf5;\"\u003eSterilized with ethylene oxide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 600; padding: 8px 0;\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eBox of 12\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 18px 0 24px; padding: 16px 18px 20px; background: #f6f8fb; border: 1px solid #d9e3f0; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #111827; margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eSuggested Applications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5; color: #4b5563; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for soft-tissue approximation where an absorbable braided suture is preferred and routine removal is not desired:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; line-height: 1.55; color: #111827;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eGeneral soft-tissue closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eInternal suturing where absorbable material is indicated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003ePeriodontal and oral surgery procedures, if consistent with the product’s approved use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSurgical sites requiring temporary wound support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eProcedures where violet suture visibility is helpful during placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Power Dental Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46362941358230,"sku":"PGA40.17.38T-BR","price":71.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9538\/1398\/files\/PGA40.17.38T-BR_Main_2.0.webp?v=1777316558","url":"https:\/\/powerdentalgroup.com\/products\/techsuture-pga-absorbable-suture-usp-4-0-17-mm-3-8-circle-black-regular-27-in-70-cm-box-of-12","provider":"Power Dental Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}