Flexible Insert - Helmut Zepf (19.201.31) - Delynov

What is the Helmut Zepf flexible insert (19.201.31)?

The Helmut Zepf flexible insert, referenced under code 19.201.31 at Delynov, is a specialized instrument designed for surgery and maintenance in odontology. Unlike classic rigid inserts, this model features specific flexibility that allows for precise navigation in sensitive areas. Manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, this instrument is intended to be mounted on compatible devices for interventions requiring a delicate approach to tissues and implant surfaces.

What are the clinical indications for this insert?

This dental flexible insert is primarily indicated for implantology and periodontology. It is used as an implant scaling insert to remove tartar and biofilm from abutments and prostheses without scratching the metal. In surgery, it can serve as a flexible periotome insert to facilitate the separation of ligament fibers during atraumatic extractions, thereby limiting the pressure exerted on the surrounding alveolar bone. Its use also extends to cleaning surgical sites during revision surgeries.

What are the technical characteristics of the 19.201.31 insert?

The 19.201.31 insert is distinguished by its flexible design, a major technical feature for practitioners seeking to preserve the integrity of treated surfaces. Although exact dimensions are not specified, its shape is optimized for access to interproximal and subgingival areas. Helmut Zepf manufacturing quality ensures efficient transmission of vibrations while maintaining the flexibility necessary to avoid iatrogenic trauma to hard structures or implant components.

What are the contraindications for using this instrument?

Contraindications include any clinical situation where the use of a vibrating or flexible instrument is prohibited by standard surgical protocol. It should not be used on tissues presenting uncontrolled acute inflammation without prior evaluation. Furthermore, using this implantology flexible insert on extremely calcified and massive tartar deposits may prove less effective than a rigid insert, requiring an instrument change to avoid premature wear of the flexible part.

What are the maintenance precautions for this flexible insert?

Like any Helmut Zepf surgical instrument, this insert requires a rigorous sterilization procedure after each use. Although it is non-resorbable (being an instrument and not a suture), its flexible structure requires regular inspection to detect any signs of material fatigue or permanent deformation. It is recommended to scrupulously follow the ultrasonic cleaning and autoclave protocols recommended by the manufacturer Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH to guarantee the longevity of the active part.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are met?

The official manufacturer of this insert is Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a recognized player in the production of high-precision surgical instrumentation. Regarding standards and regulatory classification, specific information is not detailed in the current technical documentation for this reference 19.201.31. Practitioners are invited to consult the instructions for use attached to the product or to contact Delynov's technical service directly to obtain certificates of conformity and details relating to CE marking.

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