- These are sterile, single-use, retractable scalpels used in surgical procedures
Uses
- Safety:
- The primary use is to minimize the risk of sharps injuries
- The blade can be retracted into the handle after use to prevent accidental cuts or punctures
- #12 Blade:
- The #12 blade has a unique small, pointed, and crescent-shaped design with the cutting edge on the inside of the curve, making it ideal for specific, precise incisions
- Dental and oral surgery:
- It is often used in dental surgery to raise mucoperiosteal flaps and remove excess composite resin in the interproximal and facial regions of the teeth
- Suture removal:
- The hooked design makes the #12 blade particularly suitable for cutting suture
Features
- Retractable blade:
- The scalpel features a retractable blade that extends and retracts with a simple push of a button, similar to a click pen
- Audible confirmation:
- The blade locks into place with an audible "click," confirming that it is securely deployed for use
- High-quality stainless steel:
- The blade is made from high-quality stainless steel for superior sharpness and durability
- Color-coded:
- The handle is color-coded for easy identification of the #12 blade size
- Single-use and sterile:
- Each scalpel is sterile and individually packaged for single use to ensure patient safety and prevent cross-contamination
- Compliance:
- The safety feature of the retractable blade helps meet the requirements of the OSHA Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act
