Article NES-3689

13cm What is it? A small flush-cut distal and cutting plier, 13cm, designed to trim archwire ends flush against the last bracket or tube so nothing pokes out to irritate the cheek. What makes it different? It's fitted with tungsten carbide (T.C.) inserts at the cutting edge, giving it far more cutting life than plain stainless jaws when working through hardened orthodontic wire day after day. The insert stays sharp through repeated use, so cuts remain clean instead of crushed or frayed. What about safety? The plier includes a safety hold feature that captures the cut-off piece of wire instead of letting it fly loose, an important detail when working close to a patient's mouth and airway. Combined with unbreakable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel tips, the design reduces the risk of small wire fragments becoming a hazard during the cutting motion. Who is it for? Orthodontists and dental assistants who regularly trim distal wire ends as part of routine adjustments will find the smaller 13cm size useful for tight posterior access, where a bulkier cutter can't easily reach. How is it maintained? Like the rest of the line, it's fully autoclavable, so it holds up to standard sterilization protocols between patients without degrading the carbide edge or the stainless body. Where does it fit in a toolkit? Alongside a distal bender or contouring plier, this cutter rounds out the wire-finishing stage of treatment, letting practitioners trim, smooth, and secure archwire ends in one pass without switching instruments. Find more precision cutting tools in our Orthodontic Instruments & Pliers collection.

Categories: PLIERS FOR ORTHODONTICS & PROSTHETIES