Which suture type is braided and not resorbable?

Silk sutures are braided and not resorbable, making them a popular choice in periodontal and surgical procedures where long-term support is needed. The braided structure of silk provides excellent tensile strength and facilitates ease of handling, which can be advantageous during close surgical techniques.

Silk's non-resorbable nature means it remains in the tissue indefinitely unless removed, allowing for sustained support in healing tissues. Unlike other suture types like gut or chromic gut, which are designed to break down and be absorbed by the body over time, silk sutures maintain their mechanical properties for an extended duration.

In contrast, gut and chromic gut sutures are made from natural materials that do resorb over time, and Vicryl is a synthetic absorbable suture. Understanding these properties is essential for selecting the appropriate suture type based on the needs of the surgical procedure and the tissue healing process.