Surgical tunneling knife, angled working tip, 2mm x 4 x 0.5 - Helmut Zepf (24.751.522M) - Delynov

What is the Helmut Zepf tunneling knife?

The surgical tunneling knife referenced under code 24.751.522M is a specialized instrument designed by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH. This device is distinguished by a specifically angulated working tip, optimizing access to complex anatomical areas during periodontal interventions. Its structure is designed to offer rigorous handling during soft tissue preparation. As a muco-gingival surgery instrument, it allows for intrasulcular incisions and tissue detachment without vertical releasing incisions, thus preserving the vascularization and aesthetics of the operated site.

What are the clinical indications for this instrument?

This dental tunneling knife is primarily indicated for the tunnel technique in periodontal plastic surgery. It is used by dental surgeons and periodontists for the treatment of gingival recessions, allowing for the insertion of connective tissue grafts. Its use is also relevant during implant surgeries requiring fine management of peripheral soft tissues. The instrument allows for the release of gingival fibers and the creation of a sub-periosteal or supra-periosteal space necessary for the placement of filling materials or autogenous grafts, while minimizing tissue trauma.

What are the technical characteristics of this knife?

The Helmut Zepf tunneling knife features precise technical specifications with dimensions of 2m x 4 x 0,5. Its major feature lies in its angulated working tip, which allows for optimal angulation relative to the axis of the tooth and the alveolar ridge. This specific geometry helps the practitioner navigate the interproximal space and along the dental roots with great efficiency. Reference 24.751.522M guarantees precise identification of this tool within the range of the manufacturer Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, ensuring a response adapted to the requirements of modern oral micro-surgery.

What are the contraindications for the use of this device?

Although the technical data do not list specific contraindications related to the material, the use of this instrument is contraindicated in clinical situations where the gingival thickness is insufficient to support a tunneling technique without risk of perforation. As with any sharp muco-gingival surgery instrument, its use should be avoided in patients with major uncontrolled coagulation disorders. It is the practitioner's responsibility to evaluate tissue quality and the feasibility of the surgical approach based on the patient's anatomy and general health status before any intervention with this Helmut Zepf device.

What are the maintenance precautions for this non-resorbable instrument?

As a reusable metallic surgical instrument and not a resorbable device, the Helmut Zepf tunneling knife requires a strict sterilization protocol between each patient. Precautions include manual cleaning or autoclaving according to standard cycles recommended by the manufacturer Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH for stainless steel instruments. It is crucial to check the integrity of the cutting edge and the angulation of the working tip before each use. Improper maintenance could alter the physical properties of the instrument, compromising the precision of the surgical gesture during the creation of the mucosal tunnel.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

The tunneling knife is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a recognized manufacturer in the field of high-precision dental instrumentation. Although the specific regulatory class and CE marking are not detailed in the current technical sheet, this product is designed according to German medical industry quality standards. For any information relating to conformity certifications or specific ISO standards respected by reference 24.751.522M, it is recommended to refer to the instructions for use provided by Helmut Zepf or to contact Delynov technical service directly.

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