Liston Knife: Uses, Sizes, History, and Specifications
A Liston knife is a long-bladed surgical knife historically associated with amputation. It is named after Robert Liston,...
Dental Extraction Forceps: Types, Uses, and How to Choose the Right Forceps
Dental extraction is not performed with a single type of instrument because teeth come in different shapes and sizes. Th...
Surgical Clamps Explained: Functions, Designs, and Key Differences
Surgical clamps are used to grasp, compress, or temporarily close a structure during surgery. They serve different purpo...
CEO Adil Lazar’s New Research on Surgical Instrument Sterilization
Every sterile processing department knows the routine. Instruments return from surgery. They clean, inspect, pack, and s...
Metzenbaum Gum Scissors Size Guide for Dental Use
The first step in choosing the best Metzenbaum gum scissors is to make sure the curved shape satisfies your instrument's...
Next Edge Surgical Supporting SLCC Students with Dental Hygiene Kits
In the left corner is Jershon Braganza, followed by Kristen Hall, then Wendee Shorter, while Adil Lazar is standing in t...
Instrument Stringer Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Configuration
Determining the length, width, and locking arrangement needed for your instrument set is the first step in selecting an ...
Dry Socket Paste for Tooth Extraction: Uses and Effectiveness
Anyone who's had a tooth pulled and then felt pain get worse a few days later knows how alarming that can feel. Dry sock...
How to Choose the Right Dental Extraction Tools
Usually, tooth extraction is a one-instrument procedure. Clinicians may use forceps, elevators, luxators, periotomes, or...
Surgical Instruments: Types, Names, Uses, Materials & Selection Guide
Surgical instruments are specialized tools used to cut, dissect, grasp, clamp, retract, suction, and suture tissue durin...