Which Gerald Tissue Forceps Do You Need?
This collection has one Gerald Tissue Forceps version, linked below by its Zepf number; the details repeat the product title.
Gerald tissue forceps1 items
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 22.430.17 |
1 x 2 teeth, 7", straight |
Warranty and Our Guarantee
Every Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship (Zepf extraction forceps carry a lifetime warranty). And because an instrument can only be judged in the hand, you have 60 days to return it for any reason — even after you have used it. Try it on real cases; if it is not the instrument for you, send it back.
Made in Germany by Helmut Zepf
Helmut Zepf has manufactured dental and surgical instruments in Germany for over 100 years. Every instrument on this page is forged, ground and finished by Zepf and carries its part number for traceability.
Clinical Use
Per the product title, the Gerald forceps on this page is a straight 7" tissue forceps with 1 x 2 teeth.
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Reach: the length reaches posterior and deep surgical sites.
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1 × 2 teeth: a secure grip on flap edges.
Care and Reconditioning
Zepf surgical instruments are resharpened, re-aligned and reconditioned by our sharpening and reconditioning service when the working end dulls. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients.
Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow for Helmut Zepf surgical instruments.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Tissue Forcep Collection, Semken Tissue Forceps, Cooley Tissue Forceps, Beck Atraumatic Tissue Forceps, and Dressing Forcep Collection. For patterns and terminology, see the Surgical Forceps Identification Guide, Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart, and Surgical Instrument Glossary.
Related resources: Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart · Tissue Forceps · Oral Surgery Instruments
FAQ
What is the Gerald tissue forceps used for?
Handling tissue in deep fields with a long 17 cm forceps and 1 × 2 teeth.
Is it reusable?
Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients like any surgical hand instrument, and return it for reconditioning when the working end dulls or the joint loosens.
Is there a warranty?
One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.