• Measurement: 3-3/4 inches in length
• Diagonal jaws grasp extremely delicate materials
• Essential tool for cilia and fine suture handling
• Used in ophthalmic and micro-surgical applications
• Single instrument crafted from surgical stainless steel

The Miltex Swiss Cilia Forcep is a highly specialized, single unit surgical instrument, typically measuring 3-3/4 inches (approximately 9.5 cm) in overall length, which is crucial for achieving exceptional precision and control in delicate procedures, primarily within ophthalmology. Crafted from high-quality, OR/Surgical Grade German stainless steel, this forcep ensures outstanding durability, superior resistance to corrosion, and the capability to reliably withstand rigorous, repetitive sterilization cycles, upholding the critical standards of clinical performance and patient safety.

Its distinguishing feature lies in its very fine, precision-fitted diagonal jaws, which are generally smooth and approximately 2.8 mm to 3.0 mm wide at the tip. This unique jaw design, combined with a non-locking thumb handle, allows the clinician to exert exact, controlled pressure for grasping and handling the smallest, most delicate tissues or materials, such as individual cilia (eyelashes) in procedures like epilation for trichiasis, or manipulating fine sutures during eye surgery. This instrument is essential for precision tasks where minimal tissue trauma and maximum tactile control are paramount.

If you are searching for the best Cilia Forcep, then the optimal 3-3/4 inches length, the specialized Swiss-style diagonal jaw, and the premium surgical stainless steel construction of the Miltex forcep is best for you, as it offers the fine, precise tip necessary for accurate handling of extremely delicate structures in the eyelid and surrounding ocular areas. The superior design ensures reliable performance in ophthalmic, dermatological, and micro-surgical applications requiring the manipulation of very fine threads or small tissue fragments.