Combination Instrument, Back Action 90°, Glickman Knife 4 mm, Cobalt-Blue bIONIK Handle | Helmut Zepf No. 41.853.11

The glickman dental knife combined with a back action 90° angulation makes this Helmut Zepf combination instrument an exceptional choice for precise periodontal and soft-tissue procedures. Designed with the clinician's workflow in mind, this instrument integrates a 4 mm Glickman blade with a 90° back-action configuration, enabling accurate interproximal access in areas that conventional instruments struggle to reach.

Instrument Overview

This combination instrument from Helmut Zepf GmbH features the glickman dental knife at a 4 mm working end, offering controlled tissue incision and excision. The back action 90° design allows the blade to engage tissue from a more ergonomic operator position, reducing hand fatigue during extended procedures. The cobalt-blue bIONIK handle provides a visually distinct, colour-coded grip that supports rapid instrument identification in clinical trays.

bIONIK Handle Technology

The cobalt-blue bIONIK handle is engineered to balance weight distribution and improve tactile feedback. Its ergonomic profile accommodates a variety of operator grips, helping to minimise repetitive strain. The distinctive cobalt-blue colour aids in efficient tray organisation and instrument segregation across different procedure sets.

Key Features

• Glickman dental knife blade — 4 mm working end
• Back action 90° angulation for precise interproximal access
• Cobalt-blue bIONIK ergonomic handle
• Manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH in Germany
• Combination instrument design for versatile clinical application

Made in Germany

This instrument is manufactured in Germany to the exacting standards associated with Helmut Zepf GmbH, a trusted name in precision dental instrumentation. The combination of the glickman dental knife geometry and German craftsmanship ensures consistent performance across clinical settings.

FAQ

What procedure is the Glickman knife used for? The glickman dental knife is primarily used for periodontal surgery, including gingivectomy and interproximal tissue management, where controlled incision at specific angles is required.

What does the 90° back action configuration offer? The 90° back action angulation allows the clinician to approach interproximal and posterior regions more naturally, improving blade-to-tissue contact and operator comfort.

What is the bIONIK handle? The bIONIK handle is an ergonomically designed handle system used across the Helmut Zepf instrument range, available in colour-coded variants to support tray organisation.