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Helmut Zepf makes it in 4 configurations, all in Germany, and every one on this page ships from our US warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich Orban Gingivectomy Knife Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eVersion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eZepf No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-gin-knife-1-straight-z-shape-handle-26-182-38\"\u003eGIN-Knife 1, Z-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e26.182.38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eZ-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-2-curved-z-shape-handle-26-182-39\"\u003eGIN-Knife 2, Z-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e26.182.39\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eZ-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-gin-3-distal-bending-z-shape-handle-26-182-40\"\u003eGIN-Knife 3, Z-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e26.182.40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eZ-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knie-set-26-182-45\"\u003eSet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e26.182.45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClinical Use of the Orban Gingivectomy Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterdental incisions during gingivectomy, where the spear-shaped blade reaches between the teeth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep a firm finger rest and use short, controlled strokes; these are hand instruments for precise work, not for force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharpness:\u003c\/strong\u003e a dull edge crushes tissue instead of cutting it; check the edge before each case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVersions, Coatings and Handles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZ-SHAPE Relax\u003c\/strong\u003e handle is contoured for a relaxed modified pen grasp and takes interchangeable inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSharpening, Retipping and Inserts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn instrument earns its keep only while it is sharp. Zepf instruments can be sharpened in the practice, sent to our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/instrument-repair-sharpening-reconditioning-service\"\u003esharpening and reconditioning service\u003c\/a\u003e, or, on the interchangeable-insert versions, renewed in seconds by swapping the working ends. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dental-instrument-sharpening-accessories-helmut-zepf\"\u003eSharpening stones and oil\u003c\/a\u003e are in the diagnostic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty and Our Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eHelmut Zepf Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e against defects in materials and workmanship. And because an instrument can only be judged in the hand, you have \u003cstrong\u003e60 days to return it for any reason — even after you have used it\u003c\/strong\u003e. Try it on real patients; if it is not the instrument for you, send it back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMade in Germany by Helmut Zepf\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelmut 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Orban interdental gingivectomy knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Interdental incisions during gingivectomy, where the spear-shaped blade reaches between the teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it reusable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients; resharpen or send for reconditioning when the edge dulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated resources:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hygiene-instrument-comparison-chart\"\u003eHygiene Instrument Comparison Chart\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/gracey-curette-numbers-types-guide\"\u003eGracey Curette Numbers \u0026amp; Types Guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dental-hygiene-instrument-collection\"\u003eDental Hygiene Instruments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gingivectomy-knife-gin-knife-1-straight-z-shape-handle-26-182-38","title":"GIN-Knife #1, Straight - Single-Ended Z-SHAPE Handle , M4 x 0.5 mm Interchangeable Tips | Helmut Zepf No. 26.182.38","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGingivectomy Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e GIN-Knife #1 from Helmut Zepf is a precision-engineered periodontal instrument designed for controlled, reliable incision of gingival tissue. 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Developed by a trusted German manufacturer, this set delivers the consistency and control that demanding clinical environments require.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGingivectomy Knie Set\u003c\/strong\u003e includes the following individual instruments and accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;white-space:nowrap;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eProduct No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-gin-knife-1-straight-z-shape-handle-26-182-38\"\u003e26.182.38\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eGIN-Knife #1, Straight - Single-Ended Z-SHAPE Handle , M4 x 0.5 mm Interchangeable Tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-2-curved-z-shape-handle-26-182-39\"\u003e26.182.39\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eGIN-Knife #2, Curved - Single-Ended Z-SHAPE Handle , M4 x 0.5 mm Interchangeable Tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gingivectomy-knife-gin-3-distal-bending-z-shape-handle-26-182-40\"\u003e26.182.40\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eGIN-Knife #3, Distal Bending - Single-Ended Z-SHAPE Handle , M4 x 0.5 mm Interchangeable Tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;white-space:nowrap;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/85-182-00\"\u003e85.182.00\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eWashbasket 1\/3 for 5 Instruments, with 2 Instrument Support and 1 Retainer, Measurement : 178 x 90 x 24 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set also comes with a \u003cstrong\u003eZEPFcare 1\/3 Washbasket\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a convenient and hygienic solution for reprocessing and sterilization workflows in the dental practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Gingivectomy Knie Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelmut Zepf instruments are manufactured in Germany to exacting standards, combining high-quality materials with ergonomic design. The \u003cstrong\u003eGingivectomy Knie Set\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered to offer reliable performance across clinical procedures, making it a practical and professional choice for periodontal treatment setups. The included washbasket further streamlines instrument management and ensures safe, organized handling during reprocessing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach instrument in the set reflects the Helmut Zepf commitment to precision craftsmanship and clinical utility, supporting practitioners in achieving consistent procedural outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e1-Year Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a \u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a \u003cstrong\u003efull refund — for any reason, even if it has been used\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Gingivectomy Knie Set include?\u003c\/strong\u003e The set includes instrument nos. 26.182.38, 26.182.39, 26.182.40, and 85.182.00, along with a ZEPFcare 1\/3 Washbasket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the ZEPFcare Washbasket suitable for autoclave sterilization?\u003c\/strong\u003e The washbasket is designed as part of the ZEPFcare reprocessing system; consult the manufacturer's guidelines for specific sterilization compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere are Helmut Zepf instruments manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e All Helmut Zepf instruments are made in Germany, upholding rigorous quality and precision standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer literature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/2618238-45_GIN-Knives_e.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGIN-Knives flyer (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e — more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/helmut-zepf-surgical-instrument-library\"\u003eSurgical Instrument Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531273670942,"sku":"26.182.45","price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/2618245_1_c4575152-e2fb-4e85-8da2-20cabe9c4902.jpg?v=1781198044"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/collections\/2618238_1_7b7be5da-6f76-4120-bd89-0bc31d2423c6.jpg?v=1789942296","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/collections\/orban-gingivectomy-knife.oembed","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}