Orban Gingivectomy Knives

Description

Orban Gingivectomy Knives

After the main incision in a gingivectomy, tissue between the teeth still needs freeing. The Orban gingivectomy knife has a narrow, pointed blade that fits into the interdental area for that step. Intrace USA, a distributor in Atlanta, offers four versions from the periodontal pages of the supplier catalogue.

The Interdental Role of an Orban Blade

Broad kidney shaped knives cut the long sweep of the gingiva along the arch. By contrast, the Orban blade is slim enough to pass between adjacent teeth and detach the papilla. Surgeons therefore often pair the two styles in the same procedure. In addition, the fine point helps with secondary incisions where access is tight.

The Two Single Ended Figures

The first and second Orban figures are listed separately in the catalogue as Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. Many surgeons buy both so a set is complete. Since the catalogue gives no angles, compare the photos to see how each blade is set on its shank.

Fig. ½ and Fig. ½, Style 2

The Fig. ½ combines both working ends on one handle, which saves a tray slot and an instrument change. Fig. ½, Style 2 is a second handle pattern of that double ended knife. No written note explains how the two styles differ, so check the photos and choose by grip preference.

Edge Care Between Cases

A gingivectomy blade cuts well only when sharp. So sharpen it with a fine stone after use, following the original bevel. Then store each knife with its tip guarded so other instruments do not dull the point.

Every knife is reviewed by our staff in Atlanta, United States, before it ships. Our warranty on these periodontal blades holds for three years against manufacturing defects. They are not sterile on arrival, so clean and sterilize them before the first surgery.

The steel follows ASTM F899. Browse our periodontal instrument range, add a Kirkland Knife for the primary incision, or read our buyer FAQs.

Periodontal surgical knives intended for trained clinicians. Our sharpening and sterilization guide and delivery page have the details.