Door-edge blade holder - Helmut Zepf (46.007.20)

What is the Helmut Zepf blade holder tip (46.007.20)?

The Helmut Zepf blade holder tip, referenced under code 46.007.20, is a replacement component for surgical cutting instruments. Manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, this accessory is designed in medical stainless steel to guarantee resistance to repeated sterilization cycles. As a blade holder spare part, it extends the service life of modular scalpel handles without requiring the complete replacement of the instrumentation. This device is part of the range of durable consumables for dental and implant surgery.

What are the clinical indications for this accessory?

This scalpel blade holder tip is indicated for all oral surgery procedures requiring the use of a scalpel blade. It is used by dental surgeons and implantologists to perform precise incisions in soft tissues, particularly during the creation of full-thickness or partial-thickness flaps, gingivectomies, or periodontal surgeries. As a manual dental instrument, it serves as an intermediate support to fix standard blades, thus ensuring the transmission of the practitioner's manual force to the surgical site with the required stability.

What are the technical characteristics of this spare part?

The Helmut Zepf blade holder tip (46.007.20) is classified as a Class I medical device. Its design is based on the use of high-quality stainless steel, specifically selected for its mechanical properties in a surgical environment. The part is delivered non-sterile and must undergo a complete cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocol before its first use and after each subsequent use. Its geometry is designed to ensure perfect compatibility with the brand's handles, avoiding any mechanical play during incision.

What are the contraindications for the use of this device?

The main contraindication for the use of this blade holder tip concerns patients with a known hypersensitivity or intolerance to metals, and more particularly to the components of medical stainless steel. If an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity is detected during the intervention, the procedure must be immediately interrupted and appropriate clinical measures must be taken. Furthermore, it is strictly advised against using this instrument if it shows visible damage such as cracks, breaks, or defects on the attachment areas, as this could compromise patient safety.

What are the maintenance and reprocessing precautions?

Due to its design and the material used, there is no defined maximum limit of processing cycles for this blade holder tip. However, the product's lifespan depends on wear and damage sustained during use. Before each sterilization cycle, the practitioner must check for the absence of corrosion or deformation. Cleaning must be meticulous to remove all organic residues. Like all Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH products, this device must be processed according to standard sterilization protocols in force in dental practices to ensure asepsis.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

The device is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a recognized company located in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany. This product is a Class I instrument, compliant with regulatory requirements relating to manual medical devices. The manufacturer specifies that the use of this instrument is strictly reserved for qualified healthcare professionals. Traceability and manufacturing quality are ensured by Helmut Zepf industrial processes, guaranteeing that each scalpel spare part meets the safety standards necessary for the practice of dental surgery.

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