Laschal - Surgical & Restorative Instruments

Problem

A problem exists when a patient returns with sutures buried deeply within edematous or hypertrophic (swollen) tissue. Locating and severing the buried suture with traditional surgical or Littauer scissors can cause additional trauma, pain, bleeding and general discomfort to the patient.

Solution

• Blunt 1/2 " blades sever the suture from above without cutting underlying tissue.
• When closed, blades form a round, needle-nose tip to probe and locate without pain.
• Featherlite spring handle provides unsurpassed tactile sensitivity, even when double-gloving.
• Remove interdental papillae instead of curetting.
• Trim tissue tags and excess tissue around abutments, and smooth out tissue after endodontic surgery.
• Safely used to trim last piece of unpackable retraction cord.
• Ideal for use with pediatric and special needs patients to reduce the risk of puncture due to unexpected patient movement.

Procedure for using EH Suture Scissors to address buried sutures in edematous and hypertrophic (EH) tissue simply and safely:

1. Close EH Micropoint Suture Scissors and approach the fissure from directly above the suture. When closed, the blunt blades form a rounded, non-aggravating tip that will gently help probe and locate the suture.

2. Once located, center the scissors perpendicularly on the suture and elevate them slightly so they clear the suture. Open the blades slowly by reducing pressure on the spring steel handle, keeping the suture equidistant between blades. The tips gently separate the edematous borders of the tissue.

3. After parting the edematous borders, and with the scissors centered above the suture, advance the scissors slowly. Upon contact with the tissue, close the scissors to sever the suture completely. This procedure is easily done by feel due to the tactile sensitivity of the scissors. After cutting the suture, simply grasp the tag above the knot and remove with a forceps.