Influence Of Suturing Techniques On Wound Healing Following Periodontal Flap Surgery

Background: Proper suturing technique is essential for obtaining wound healing and avoiding infection. Techniques that must be mastered include good version, maintaining uniform tensile strength and precise approximation along tissue edges. The primary objective of suturing is to position and secure surgical flaps to promote optimal healing. Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the influence of two different suturing techniques on wound healing following periodontal flap surgery. Materials And Methods: The single centered cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 patients who had undergone periodontal flap surgery in the Department of Periodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Chennai, India. The patients were categorized based on the suturing technique as follows: Group 1: Mattress (50 patients), Group 2: Direct loop (50 patients). After one week of periodontal flap surgery, all the patients were recalled for suture removal. After suture removal, the healing index score was recorded for both the groups and compared. The data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS Software, Version 23.0). Frequency, percentage and Chi-square test were calculated.