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Biomechanical performance of tapercut needles for oral surgery
M A Hoard1, K T Bellian, D M Powell
1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville 22908.
Abstract:
A new tapercut needle has been designed and developed for closure of the oral mucous membrane in oral surgery. It is a sharp needle with short cutting edges that easily penetrates through a small needle puncture hole. It is manufactured from a unique stainless steel alloy that resists bending and fracture. Biomechanical performance tests and clinical experience confirm its superiority over the standard reverse cutting edge needle for use in oral surgery.