Sims Scissors
8" (20.3 cm)
Stainless Steel Sims Scissors are handcrafted with surgical grade German stainless steel. The blunted tips allow for cutting and dissection with minimal damage to surrounding structures, while the sharp points allow for dissection of tougher tissues. Both blunt/blunt and sharp/sharp tips are available, as well as sharp/blunt. The shanks are available as straight or curved to accommodate a variety of depths while dissecting.
Sims-Siebold Uterine Scissors
straight, 10" (25.0 cm)
Stainless Steel Sims-Siebold Uterine Scissors are handcrafted with surgical grade German stainless steel. These uterine scissors are used in gynecological practices to perform hysterectomies and/or other vaginal procedures. The straight shank and 10" instrument allows for cutting and dissection in further surgical fields. This instrument is protected by Care Max Instruments manufacturer warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.
Single Hook
Single Hook
1 sharp prong, 6-1/4" (15.9 cm)
Joseph Single Hook is 6 ?" long and contains one sharp prong at the end of curved hook with the main purpose of retracting the skin or delicate tissue during operations such as plastic surgery. In this way, there is a reduced occurrence of trauma to the skin, therefore reducing the probability of infections and an increase in healing.
Sistrunk Operating Scissors
5-1/2" (14.0 cm)
Sistrunk Operating Scissors are handcrafted from surgical grade German stainless steel. The scissor is available with a straight or slightly curved shank. This instrument is often used in surgical removal of thyroglossal cysts, however the standard form of the scissor makes it usable in many types of procedures.
Skin Hook
Skin Hook
sharp prong, 4.5 mm wide, 4-3/4" (12.1 cm)
Skin Hook is a single prong with a sharp point that is 2.0 mm wide. This skin hook may be used during general surgeries or by plastic surgeons to grab onto skin in order to retract it. The curved hook at the end of the instrument may even be used with a needle holder to minimize damage to tissue during suturing.
Slim Metzenbaum Scissors
supercut, delicate tips
Slim Metzenbaum Scissors are crafted of surgical grade German stainless steel. Similar to the Metzenbaum Scissors, these slimmer models are crafted with delicate tips that make them ideal for cutting through thin tissues. Slim Metzenbaum Scissors are a more delicate version of the standard Metzenbaum, which is already lighter and slimmer than a Mayo Scissor. They are ideal in delicate procedures for cutting through soft, delicate tissue with blunt tips. Available with either a straight tip for surface cutting, or a curved tip for cutting into deeper tissues. Supercut scissors are designed to provide the surgeon with maximum control. These scissors feature specially-designed razor sharp upper blade edges to cut effortlessly and cleanly through dense or delicate tissue, have diamond-cut micro-serrations on the lower blade to grip tissue and prevent slippage, and feature black-coated handles.
Smith Wire Scissors
6-3/4" (17.1 cm)
Smith Wire Scissors are handcrafted with surgical grade German stainless steel with a dull, satin finish to reduce glare. Designed with blunted, short shanks, this wire cutter is ideal for slipping under tight sutures while achieving great leverage. This instrument is protected by Care Max Instruments manufacturer warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.
Snap-On Lateral Blades
Snap-On Lateral Blades
for detachable balfour retractor systems
Senn Retractor is a double-ended instrument that is generally used in procedures such as orthopedic surgeries. One end of the retractor has three prongs that are available in sharp or blunt points. These prongs may help to spread an incision in order to provide increased visibility on the body part that is being operated. The other end of the retractor contains an L-shaped prong that typically functions as a handle or can also be useful for small incisions.
Sofield Retractor
Sofield Retractor
double-ended
Sofield Retractor is a double-ended instrument with right-angle ends on each side. This retractor can be used for general surgeries to retract skin or tissue away from the area being operated. This retractor is available in different lengths depending on how deep they will be placed. They are also offered in a set of six, which includes one of each length.
Spencer Needle Holder – Tungsten Carbide
tungsten carbide, w/ lock, 0.76 mm tip, 7-1/4" (18.5 cm)
Spencer Needle Holder is handcrafted from German stainless steel and tungsten carbide inserts for a durable and strong instrument. Designed with an extremely narrow tipped jaw and a lock, this instrument allows for suturing in the most precise conditions. The tip is designed to reduced needle rotation while the handle promises a comfortable grip. Tungsten carbide needle holders provide unparalleled control while suturing. The precision-milled, pyramid-shaped teeth ensure a dependable, non-slip surface. Some needle holder styles are also available with smooth tungsten carbide jaws, designed to hold the smallest sutures in microsurgical and plastic surgery procedures. Tungsten carbide jaws are inherently more durable than stainless steel and clinicians will experience an extended service-life. These needle holders feature gold-plated handles.
Spencer Stitch Scissors – Angled
Angled, angled, delicate, 4-1/2" (11.4 cm)
Angled Spencer Stitch Scissors are handcrafted from surgical grade German stainless steel. Designed with a delicate pattern, the bottom blade is notched to facilitate suture removal. This instrument is protected by Care Max Instruments manufacturer warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.
Spencer Stitch Scissors straight
Spencer Stitch Scissors
straight
Straight Spencer Stitch Scissors are handcrafted from surgical grade German stainless steel. Designed with a delicate, regular or slender pattern, the bottom blade is notched to facilitate suture removal. This instrument is protected by Care Max Instruments manufacturer warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.