DENTAL INSTRUMENTS
Stille Plaster Shears
Stille-Plaster Shears are ideally suited for use in removal of plaster casts. These types of casts are used post-operative to set bone into the optimal position for quickest and most effective healing. When it comes time to remove these casts specializes equipment is required that is designed to be used with such material. These shears feature rounded handles that make it comfortable and easy to grip and manipulate manually. This instrument is available in three lengths 9", 10.25" and 15" making it suitable for removing casts of a variety of different sizes.
Stille Style Chisels
straight, 8" (20.0 cm)Â Stille Style Chisels are designed for use in a wide array of surgical procedures that require manipulating of bone including cutting, scraping, and carving bone. This chisel features a hexagonal handle that is makes it easy to grip and maneuver with reduced slipping. The unique design of this chisel features a blade that widens as it comes to the sharp edge making it effective at distributing force. This chisel is made with a straight profile and in 10.0 mm, 14.0 mm, 18.0 mm and 22.0 mm widths to make it highly versatile and useful in a wide variety of neurosurgical applications.
Sullivan-Style Biopsy Punch
Swan Neck Gouge
9" (23.0 cm)Â Swan Neck Gouge is an instrument designed for gouging or removing particular sections of bone. Additionally it can also be used as a chisel with increased force applied to it to split bone or to scoop out segments to increase access to the center. A unique feature of this particular gouge is the swan shaped curvature that allows it to access difficult to reach areas without obscuring the surgical field and keeping the handle out the plane of surgery.
Taylor Spinal Retractor
6-3/4" (17.0 cm)Taylor Spinal Retractor is an instrument ideally suited for neurosurgical procedures requiring retraction of the spine. This retractor features a curved hook shape for grasping at the spine and an L-shaped handle that allows optimal control over the pressure and force being applied. This instrument is crafted for use in keeping the surgical field during spinal surgery open and accessible. This instrument is available in two different sizes making it easy to find a piece that is suitable for that specific surgical procedures and any surgeon preference.
Taylor Spinal Retractor Blade
1-1/4" (65.0 mm) wideTaylor Spinal Retractor Blade is a versatile instrument ideal for use in orthopedic neurosurgical procedures. This blade is an interchangeable part that can be affixed to a handle or base that makes it easier to handle. It features a butterfly style nut that allows it to be secured as well as a solid construction for even distribution of pressure during retraction. This instrument can be particularly useful in retraction during spinal procedures such as laminectomies or spinal decompression surgeries. It is available in 3" or 4" depth making it suitable for many different patients and surgical approaches.
Tear-Drop Style Suction Tube
tapered tube, malleable stainless steel Tear Drop Style Suction Tube is an ideal tool for use in almost any operating room and surgical procedure. A clear surgical field is imperative for successful surgical intervention regardless of the procedures but especially when working in such sensitive and delicate areas as in the brain or spinal cord. This suction device features a tapered tube and is made from malleable stainless steel. Additionally it is available in three different lengths 6", 7" and 8" and within each a vast array of sizes making it suitable for any patient need or surgeon preference.
Tischler Uterine Biopsy Forceps
Townley Femur Caliper
Townley Femur Caliper
4" (10.2 cm)
Townley Femur Caliper is a measurement device intended for use in orthopedic surgical procedures. This instrument itself measures 4" long and is crafted for use in accurate measurements of the femur. These calipers features two parallel prongs which can be situation on either side of the femur and from the markings the width of the femur can be determined.
Townsend Curette
small, rounded & tapered tip, 12" (30.5 cm)Â Townsend Curette is ideal for obtaining endocervical tissue samples from a stenotic os using its round tapered tip. The tip features a rectangular basket for collection of tissue. The curette is designed with a slightly thicker handle for better grip. Please note that website images are often representative of the product family and may not conform to the exact specifications or features of the item you select. The final specifications will match the description of the specific catalog item you select.
Twist Drill
Twist Drill
drilling depth 8.0 mm, length 5-3/4" (14.6 cm)
Twist Drill is a unique drilling instrument designed to create new holes to increase access to certain areas such as through the skull to the brain tissue. This instrument is crafted to distribute the force from the center of the drill point out and thus is ideal in creating new holes without the use of pilot holes. A variety of surgeries including craniotomies can benefit from a specialized drill such as this one. Additionally this instrument has a drilling depth of 8.0 mm and a length of 14.6 cm.
U.S. Army Pattern Chisel
straight, 6-1/4" (16.0 cm)Â US Army Pattern Gouge is a specialized instrument designed for removal of specific segments of bone. This gouge is designed similarly to a chisel but the blade portion features a curvature to it allowing it to be used to scoop up segments. The opposite end of this gouge has a rounded, flat end that can be used with a mallet to increase the driving force to effectively pierce through bone. This gouge is available in three sizes 6.0 mm, 12.0 mm and 18.0 mm making them well suited for larger bones in the spinal surgery and smaller ones for more delicate work on the skull.