LOOK Sutures by Surgical Specialties

LOOK sutures from Surgical Specialties are precision wound-closure devices built for the exacting demands of office-based procedures, dermatology, minor surgery, and clinic settings. Every suture in this collection pairs a swaged reverse cutting needle with a specific material and length so you can match the closure to the tissue in front of you — from delicate facial repairs to skin closures under tension.

Choosing between suture types comes down to how the tissue heals and whether removal is practical. The absorbable options — chromic gut in 18-inch and 27-inch lengths (codes 557B, 558B, 560B, 561B, 525B) — break down over time and are ideal for mucosal work, deep layers, or pediatric and non-compliant patients where suture removal is difficult. When you need a non-absorbable closure with knot security and low tissue reactivity, the nylon monofilament sutures (918B, 928B, 920B) in black 18-inch lengths deliver clean skin approximation and easy removal. For ligatures and areas where handling matters, the braided silk option (781B) offers exceptional pliability and knot tie-down.

Needle geometry is consistent and surgeon-friendly across the range: a 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle in either 19 mm (C6) or 24 mm (C7), engineered to penetrate tough skin and dense tissue while minimizing drag and tissue trauma. Reverse cutting design places the cutting edge on the outer curve, reducing the risk of pull-through in dermal closures.

All LOOK sutures ship as single-needle, single-armed units for straightforward, sterile single-use in the procedure room. Whether you're stocking a suture cart, a laceration tray, or a dermatology suite, this collection gives you the material, gauge, and needle combinations to close confidently and consistently.