Iris Scissors, Curved, Extra Large Rings - 11.5 cm, Tungsten Carbide, Surgical Tissue, Dental Gum Scissors | Helmut Zepf No. 46.051.11TC
Iris Scissors from Helmut Zepf (No. 46.051.11TC) are precision-engineered surgical tissue and dental gum scissors designed to meet the exacting demands of clinical and dental practice. Featuring a curved blade configuration and extra-large rings, these Iris Scissors offer enhanced control and comfort during delicate tissue manipulation procedures.
Key Features
- Tungsten Carbide Insert: The cutting edges are reinforced with tungsten carbide, delivering outstanding edge retention, durability, and a consistently sharp, clean cut across multiple sterilisation cycles.
- Curved Blade Design: The curved configuration provides excellent visibility and access to difficult intraoral and surgical sites, reducing the need for awkward instrument repositioning.
- Extra-Large Rings: Ergonomically sized finger rings accommodate a wider range of hand sizes and glove thicknesses, promoting confident, fatigue-free use during extended procedures.
- Overall Length – 11.5 cm: A compact yet practical working length suited to both dental gum procedures and general surgical tissue applications.
- Made in Germany: Manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH to rigorous German quality standards, ensuring consistent performance and long instrument service life.
Applications
These Iris Scissors are well suited for surgical tissue dissection, dental gum trimming, periodontal procedures, and other fine-detail clinical tasks where precise, controlled cutting is essential. The tungsten carbide inserts make them a reliable choice for high-frequency clinical environments.

FAQ
Are these Iris Scissors autoclavable? As a professional-grade stainless steel instrument with tungsten carbide inserts, they are designed to withstand standard sterilisation protocols; always follow your practice's validated sterilisation procedures.
What distinguishes tungsten carbide scissors from standard scissors? Tungsten carbide cutting edges maintain sharpness significantly longer than standard steel, reducing the frequency of resharpening and ensuring consistent cut quality over time.
What is the product reference number? The Helmut Zepf reference for these Iris Scissors is No. 46.051.11TC.

