Mathieu-pattern needle holder with a spring ratchet handle for fast, one-handed suturing. Squeeze to grip the needle, squeeze again to release: the palm-held action keeps your stitch rhythm going without repositioning your fingers.
- Spring ratchet lock holds the needle securely between stitches
- Palm-grip release for rapid, one-handed suturing
- Japanese-standard (JIS) SUS 410J1 hardened stainless steel
- Fully autoclavable for repeated clinical use
FAQs
What is a Mathieu needle holder used for?
It grips the suture needle during stitching after extractions and minor oral surgery. The spring ratchet holds and releases the needle with a single squeeze, making it a favourite for quick, repetitive suturing.
How is it different from a Mayo Hegar holder?
A Mayo Hegar uses scissor-style ring handles, while the Mathieu's palm-squeeze ratchet allows faster one-handed needle release. The choice is largely surgeon preference.
What material is this instrument made from?
It is manufactured from Japanese-standard (JIS) SUS 410J1 stainless steel, heat-treated for jaw hardness and long service life, and withstands repeated autoclave sterilisation.
Stocked alongside Mayo Hegar, Halsey and Castroviejo needle holders to suit every suturing preference.
Manufactured by InstruDental, UK specialists in dental hand instruments.
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