Retractor Meinershagen Number 2 Handle Number 41 Gingival - Hu-Friedy - Delynov

What is the Meinershagen #2 retractor with #41 handle?

The Meinershagen #2 retractor is a specialized manual instrument designed by Hu-Friedy for soft tissue manipulation in oral surgery. Its structure includes a specific Meinershagen-type working end mounted on a number 41 handle. This instrument is a Class I medical device, manufactured by Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC. It primarily serves as a gum retractor to clear the surgical field. Its design aims to provide a stable grip for the practitioner while ensuring effective retraction of gingival tissues without obstructing the intervention area.

What are the clinical indications?

This dental surgery retractor is indicated for all procedures requiring clear exposure of periodontal or bone structures. In implant surgery, it allows the mucoperiosteal flap to be maintained after the incision, thus facilitating drilling and implant placement. In periodontology, it is used to retract the gum during debridement flaps or periodontal plastic surgeries. Its use is strictly reserved for healthcare professionals trained in oral surgical techniques, in accordance with the directives from the manufacturer Hu-Friedy.

What are the technical characteristics?

The Meinershagen #2 retractor is distinguished by its specific configuration adapted to gingival anatomy. The #41 handle offers ergonomics suited to the needs of fine surgery. As a Hu-Friedy product, this instrument meets the manufacturing standards of Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC, located in Chicago, USA. It belongs to the instrument category (INSTRU) and benefits from a Class I regulatory classification. Its design allows for repeated sterilization according to standard hospital protocols for reusable invasive devices, although material details are not specified here.

What are the contraindications for use?

According to the information provided by the manufacturer Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC, specific contraindications are not exhaustively listed beyond the use being exclusively reserved for qualified healthcare professionals. As with any surgical instrument, its use is contraindicated if the practitioner does not master the tissue retraction technique or if the patient's soft tissue condition presents a pathology that does not allow for mechanical pressure. The instructions for use should be systematically consulted before any intervention.

What are the precautions for use?

As a non-resorbable and reusable instrument, precautions mainly concern the maintenance of asepsis and the integrity of the instrument. The practitioner must inspect the Meinershagen #2 retractor before each use to detect any signs of wear or deformation. The gum retractor must be cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized in accordance with Hu-Friedy instructions. Inappropriate handling could damage gingival tissues or compromise the visibility of the surgical site. Careful reading of the manual is imperative before the first use.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are respected?

The official manufacturer is Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC, based at 3232 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 in the USA. This medical device is classified as Class I according to current regulations. Hu-Friedy is a recognized manufacturer in the dental sector for the quality of its surgical instrumentation. The product is distributed by Delynov and must be used only by healthcare professionals. Compliance with the sterilization and maintenance protocols recommended by Hu-Friedy ensures the device's conformity during its clinical use in dental offices or hospital environments.

State of the art

Specialized surgical instrumentation is evolving towards ergonomic designs.