BioTex®
Non-Resorbable PTFE Suture
BioTex® is a non-resorbable monofilament suture made of 100% medical grade polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Its 100% monofilament structure prevents bacterial wicking and minimizes peri-implant infection risks. Its patented slim cut triangular needle creates a small penetration area for smooth needling and minimises damage to soft tissue, while a reinforced needle-suture connection helps prevent leakage and bleeding for faster healing.
What clinicians are saying
Real-world feedback from implant and oral surgeons using BioTex® in their practices.
"What I notice most with BioTex is how little memory the suture has straight out of the pack — it lies where I place it instead of springing back into a coil, which makes flap closure around implants noticeably faster. No fighting with tangled thread mid-procedure."
"The slim triangular needle passes through tissue with very little resistance, and patients have commented on less post-op discomfort at the suture sites compared to what I'd used previously. It's a small detail, but it shows in how clean the closure looks at review."
When to use BioTex®
BioTex® is intended as a suture for dental implant surgery, suited to the standard suturing needs of implant and oral surgical procedures.
A closer look at the needle & packaging design
An inside look at how the BioTex® needle and Race Track packaging are engineered for predictable handling.
Built around the needle-suture connection
Every detail of BioTex® is designed to make handling easier in the surgical field, from the packaging through to the needle tip.
Handling
Reduces surgical chair-time with instant, tangle-free delivery
The Tab lets surgeons quickly grasp and release the needle from its holder clip, while the Race Track–shaped packaging ensures instant, tangle-free delivery straight from the pack — significantly reducing surgical chair-time. A reinforced needle-suture connection helps prevent leakage and bleeding at the insertion point, supporting faster healing.
Needle performance & design
BioTex® needle performance is supported by manufacturer bench testing against a comparison suture needle.
Needle Bending Strength
Patented Slim Triangular Tip
- Needle bending strength testing recorded a maximum load of 2.04 kgf for BioTex® versus 1.36 kgf for a comparison suture needle. BioTex® demonstrates 50% higher bending resistance compared to the competitor, ensuring high rigidity under suturing stress.
- The patented slim cut triangular tip creates a small penetration area for smooth suturing, helping to minimise damage to surrounding soft tissue.
BioTex® needle & suture options
X DENTAL currently distributes BioTex® in three needle/suture configurations, 10 sutures per box.
| Item No. | USP Size | Length | Needle Length | Circle | Point Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT3019 | 3-0 | 45cm | 19 mm | 3/8 | Reverse Cutting |
| BT4016 | 4-0 | 45cm | 16 mm | 3/8 | Reverse Cutting |
| BT5016 | 5-0 | 45cm | 16 mm | 3/8 | Reverse Cutting |
Technical specifications
| Device type | Non-resorbable monofilament suture |
| Material | 100% medical grade polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) |
| Needle type | Patented slim cut triangular needle — reverse cutting |
| USP sizes available | 3-0 (BT3019) · 4-0 (BT4016) · 5-0 (BT5016) |
| Needle circle | 3/8 |
| Suture length | 45cm |
| Packaging | 10 sutures per box |
| Manufacturer | Purgo Biologics Inc. |
Getting the most from BioTex®
Practical guidance for predictable handling and closure.