DENTAL EXTRACTION FORCEPS REMOVABLE PATTERN FIGURE 10-S - Helmut Zepf (14.010.09) - Delynov

What is the Helmut Zepf Figure 10-S extraction forceps?

The Figure 10-S extraction forceps, bearing reference 14.010.09, is a manual dental instrument manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH. This Class I medical device is designed in high-quality medical stainless steel to ensure resistance adapted to mechanical stress during extractions. Its removable shape structure is specifically designed to meet the needs of dental surgeons during exodontia procedures. As a product in the CONSO category at Delynov, it represents a standard tool for practices performing oral surgery and implantology.

What are the clinical indications for these extraction forceps?

This Helmut Zepf extraction forceps is indicated for the manual extraction of teeth. In clinical practice, it is used by healthcare professionals to firmly grasp the tooth and perform the luxation movements necessary for its removal from the socket. Its use is strictly reserved for qualified healthcare professionals. It is used in the context of common dental surgeries or prior to implant placement, when the condition of the original tooth requires its permanent removal.

What are the technical characteristics of this instrument?

The Helmut Zepf 14.010.09 extraction forceps is characterized by its manufacture in medical stainless steel, a material chosen for its biocompatibility and its ability to undergo repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. As a Class I instrument, it meets the regulatory requirements for non-invasive or invasive medical devices for temporary use. The manufacturer specifies that due to the product design and the materials used, there is no defined maximum limit for the number of processing cycles, as long as the instrument shows no visible damage.

What are the contraindications for the use of this device?

The main contraindication mentioned by the manufacturer Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH concerns metal intolerance. Contact with medical stainless steel can cause a hypersensitivity reaction in certain sensitive patients. If such a reaction occurs during the procedure, the procedure must be stopped immediately and the necessary medical measures must be taken. It is therefore crucial to assess the patient's allergic history before any use of this metallic instrument in the mouth.

What are the maintenance and safety precautions?

Helmut Zepf products are delivered non-sterile. It is imperative to clean, disinfect, and sterilize the instrument before the first use, as well as before each subsequent use. The practitioner must carefully inspect the extraction forceps before use to detect any visible damage or wear, such as cracks, breaks, or defects on the active parts. The use of damaged or worn products is strictly prohibited to ensure patient safety and the effectiveness of the surgical procedure.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

This device is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, located in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany. It is a Class I medical device, complying with current regulations for manual dental instruments. The manufacturer imposes a strict reprocessing protocol (cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization) to ensure sanitary compliance. Traceability is ensured by technical reference 14.010.09, guaranteeing the origin and German manufacturing quality of this instrument distributed by Delynov.

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