Jeweler Silver Glide Forceps Archives

Jeweler Silver Glide Forceps are ultra-fine, non-locking forceps renowned for their smooth, precise action and delicate tips. The name “Silver Glide” often refers to a particularly smooth, polished finish on the inner jaws, allowing for the gentle handling of the most fragile tissues, sutures, and micro-implants without sticking or catching. These forceps are a staple in ophthalmic microsurgery (e.g., for 10-0 sutures), as well as in vascular and nerve surgery, where minimizing tissue trauma is paramount for successful outcomes.

Key Features:

Ultra-fine, smooth, or polished tips for handling delicate tissues and micro-sutures without damage.
“Silver Glide” action ensures smooth opening and closing without drag or sticking.
Non-locking design provides sensitive, real-time tactile feedback to the surgeon.
Essential for ophthalmic surgery (e.g., cataract, retinal), microvascular, and neurosurgical procedures.
Allows for precise positioning of intraocular lenses (IOLs) and manipulation of fine structures.
Represents the highest standard of finesse in microsurgical instrumentation.