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Soft tissue micro instrument set1 items
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 24.967.05 |
Soft Tissue Micro Instrument Basic Set: tissue forceps, Castroviejo needle holder, raspatory/curette, Castroviejo scissors, titanium scalpel handle and wash tray |
What Is Included
The Dental Soft Tissue Micro Instrument Basic Set (Helmut Zepf No. 24.967.05) contains six items: Micro Tissue Forceps, 17.5 cm, 1 x 2 teeth, straight (22.810.17); Castroviejo Needle Holder, straight, 17.5 cm, Spinlock design with tungsten carbide jaws (41.200.17TC); ZEPF-Line Raspatory/Curette, 2.6 mm wide (41.864.13); Castroviejo Scissors, ZEPF-Line, micro-serrated, sharp/sharp, curved, 17 cm (46.319.17); Micro Surgical Scalpel Handle, ZEPF-Line titanium, 13.5 cm (46.013.00Z); and an Instrument Wash Tray 1/1, 275 x 178 x 24 mm (85.180.00). Each instrument is designed for minimal tissue trauma during flap elevation, suturing and tissue manipulation under magnification.
Key Features
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Precision-engineered tips designed for atraumatic soft tissue handling
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Ergonomic handles for enhanced tactile feedback and reduced operator fatigue
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Stainless steel instruments with a titanium scalpel handle and tungsten carbide needle holder jaws for durability and autoclave compatibility
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Consistent instrument balance to support steady, controlled movements under magnification
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Corrosion-resistant finish for long-term clinical performance
Why Choose a Dedicated Micro Instrument Set
Using a dedicated Dental Soft Tissue Micro Instrument Basic Set ensures that every instrument in your tray has been specifically designed for micro-scale soft tissue work. This reduces the risk of tissue damage, supports faster healing, and elevates the standard of care delivered to patients undergoing complex soft tissue procedures.
Clinical Use
The Dental Soft Tissue Micro Instrument Basic Set is suited for a wide range of procedures, including periodontal plastic surgery, connective tissue grafting, guided bone regeneration membrane management, and crown lengthening. The instruments are optimized for use alongside dental loupes or surgical microscopes, where fine motor precision is paramount.
Care and Reconditioning
Clean, inspect and sterilize the instruments after every use; the included wash tray keeps the set together through reprocessing. Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the workflow for Helmut Zepf surgical instruments.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Microsurgery Instrument Sets and Kits, Periodontal Microsurgery Instruments, Micro Needle Holders, Micro Spring Castroviejo Scissors, Micro Tissue Forceps, and Dental Tunneling Instruments. For terminology and comparisons, see the Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart, the Surgical Scissor Selection Guide and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.
FAQ
Are these instruments compatible with standard sterilization protocols?
Yes, the instruments in this set are generally compatible with standard autoclave sterilization cycles used in dental practices.
Who is this set intended for?
This set is intended for trained dental professionals, including periodontists, oral surgeons, and implantologists performing microsurgical soft tissue procedures.
Further reading: Tunneling Instruments: Their History and How They Developed