Dental Microsurgical & Mini Scalpel Blades for Periodontal and Implant Surgery
Compare Surgistar microsurgical, mini, and micro scalpel blade geometries for periodontal plastic surgery, implant soft tissue management, tunnel procedures, connective tissue grafting, papilla preservation, sulcular access, and confined surgical sites.
When a standard #15, #15C, or #12D blade is too large for the access challenge, dental microsurgical blades can help clinicians work with smaller profiles, more specialized geometries, and compatible microsurgical handles. This guide helps compare Surgistar miniature and micro miniature blade options by procedure, blade shape, and common clinical workflow.
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Six product families — two size classes (micro miniature and miniature), two shank types (malleable and non-malleable), plus chisel blades and handles. All blade models are stainless steel, sold 6 per box by SKU.
Micro Miniature Scalpel Blades
Narrowest profile — most confined surgical access
Ultra-narrow profile for tunneling, papilla preservation, endodontic microsurgery, and confined soft tissue access where even a miniature blade may be too wide. Malleable shank bends before seating in handle.
Models: N6900, USM6300, USM6310, USM6345, USM6400, USM6700, USM6900, USM6910
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Micro Miniature Scalpel Blades — Non-Malleable
Same narrow micro profile — rigid fixed shank
Micro miniature geometry with a rigid shank for clinicians who prefer a fixed, pre-set approach angle. Same ultra-narrow profile as the malleable micro miniature family.
Models: 6961, 6962, 6966
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Miniature Scalpel Blades
Mid-range profile — larger than micro miniature, smaller than standard
Suitable for periodontal plastic surgery, sulcular access, connective tissue grafting, and implant soft tissue procedures where a slightly larger blade profile is appropriate. Malleable shank.
Models: S6300, S6310, S6400, S6500, S6700, S6900, S6915, S6945
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Miniature Scalpel Blades — Non-Malleable
Miniature profile — rigid fixed shank
Miniature geometry with a solid, non-bendable shank. Same geometry range as the malleable miniature family but with a fixed approach angle. Includes the unique 6600 lamellar bevel geometry.
Models: 6300, 6400, 6500, 6600, 6700, 6900, 6910
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Miniature Chisel Blades
Flat chisel profile — distinct from scalpel-style blades
Flat chisel geometry for procedures requiring a wedge-style cutting edge rather than a curved scalpel profile. Available in two blade widths: 1.5mm and 2.7mm.
Models: 6100 (1.5mm), 6200 (2.7mm)
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Micro Blade Handles
Screw-in collet design — required for all Surgistar micro blades
Surgistar screw-in handles accept all malleable and non-malleable micro blade families via a collet chuck. Available in round and hex shaft styles across multiple lengths. Malleable blade shanks are bent before seating.
Models: S1310 (Round 10cm), S1320 (Round 15cm), S1330 (Hex 10cm), S1350 (Round 13cm), S1360 (Round 5")
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Who This Guide Is For
Periodontists, oral surgeons, implant dentists, surgical GPs, and endodontists selecting reduced-profile blade geometries for periodontal plastic surgery, soft tissue grafting, root coverage, tunnel techniques, implant uncovering, peri-implant soft tissue refinement, endodontic microsurgery, and confined surgical access.
Mini vs Micro — Understanding Blade Size
Full-size surgical blade (#10, #11, #12, #15, #15C, #12D). Fits standard #3 or #7 handles. Too large for many confined periodontal or implant soft tissue sites.
Reduced profile vs standard blades. Suitable for periodontal plastic surgery, sulcular access, connective tissue grafting, and implant soft tissue work. Requires Surgistar screw-in handle.
Narrower still than the miniature family. For highly confined sites, tunnel initiation, papilla preservation, and endodontic microsurgery where even a miniature blade may be too wide.
Terms like mini scalpel blade, micro scalpel blade, microsurgical blade, micro miniature blade, and miniature surgical blade all describe reduced-profile blades requiring dedicated Surgistar screw-in handles — not standard #3 or #7 handles.
Why Blade Geometry Matters
Geometry affects access, visibility, tissue engagement, and incision direction:
- Rounded and crescent profiles may support sweeping or curved movements
- Spear-style blades may be useful for controlled entry points
- Radius-tip and full-radius designs may help navigate confined soft tissue spaces
- Straight-edge blades may suit linear incisions
- Angled and malleable shanks can help customize approach angle
- Chisel blades provide a flat wedge-style cutting edge distinct from scalpel profiles
- Final blade choice depends on clinician preference, handle compatibility, tissue thickness, access angle, and procedure type
Beyond #15, #15C, and #12D
Standard full-size surgical blades remain the right choice for many procedures. For clinicians who need standard blade options, Xemax carries Integra/Miltex stainless steel and carbon steel blades. Surgistar microsurgical blades expand the options available when a smaller profile, specialized geometry, or malleable approach angle is needed.
| Blade Type | Profile | Options at Xemax |
|---|---|---|
| #15 blade | General-purpose curved | Stainless Steel · Carbon Steel |
| #15C blade | Narrower curved profile | Stainless Steel · Carbon Steel |
| #12D blade | Curved access blade | Stainless Steel · Carbon Steel |
| Miniature scalpel blade | Reduced profile — smaller than standard | Surgistar Miniature (Malleable) |
| Micro miniature scalpel blade | Narrowest profile — most confined access | Surgistar Micro Miniature (Malleable) |
Surgistar Blade Model Reference
All Surgistar microsurgical blade models available from Xemax, organized by family and geometry.
| Model | Family | Shank | Geometry | Common Procedure Fit | Product Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Miniature — Malleable | |||||
| N6900 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Nordland narrow full-radius | Papilla preservation, tunnel | View |
| USM6300 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Straight spear full-radius | Tunnel initiation, controlled entry | View |
| USM6310 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Angled 10° spear full-radius | Angled entry, tunnel | View |
| USM6345 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Angled 45° spear radius tip | Steep-angle access | View |
| USM6400 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Straight round 1 side | Linear incisions, peri-implant | View |
| USM6700 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Straight pointed radius tip | Soft tissue release, undermining | View |
| USM6900 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Straight round full-radius | Sulcular access, root coverage | View |
| USM6910 | Micro Miniature | Malleable | Angled 10° round full-radius | Recipient site prep | View |
| Micro Miniature — Non-Malleable | |||||
| 6961 | Micro Miniature | Rigid | Straight round tip | Fixed-angle confined access | View |
| 6962 | Micro Miniature | Rigid | Angled 25° | Fixed angled access | View |
| 6966 | Micro Miniature | Rigid | Angled 55° | Fixed steep-angle access | View |
| Miniature — Malleable | |||||
| S6300 | Miniature | Malleable | Straight spear full-radius | Tunnel initiation, controlled entry | View |
| S6310 | Miniature | Malleable | Angled 10° spear full-radius | Angled entry | View |
| S6400 | Miniature | Malleable | Straight round 1 side | Linear incisions, peri-implant | View |
| S6500 | Miniature | Malleable | Lance 15° point 1 side | Fine access, microscope-assisted | View |
| S6700 | Miniature | Malleable | Straight pointed 1 side | Soft tissue release, undermining | View |
| S6900 | Miniature | Malleable | Straight round full-radius | Sulcular access, root coverage | View |
| S6915 | Miniature | Malleable | Angled 10° round full-radius | Sulcular access variant | View |
| S6945 | Miniature | Malleable | Angled 45° round full-radius | Recipient site prep | View |
| Miniature — Non-Malleable | |||||
| 6300 | Miniature | Rigid | Straight spear full-radius | Tunnel, controlled entry | View |
| 6400 | Miniature | Rigid | Round tip 1 side | Linear incisions | View |
| 6500 | Miniature | Rigid | Lance 15° point 1 side | Fine access, microscope-assisted | View |
| 6600 | Miniature | Rigid | Angled bevel up lamellar | Lamellar tissue approach | View |
| 6700 | Miniature | Rigid | Straight pointed 1 side | Soft tissue release | View |
| 6900 | Miniature | Rigid | Straight round full-radius | Sulcular access, root coverage | View |
| 6910 | Miniature | Rigid | Angled 10° round full-radius | Angled sulcular access | View |
| Chisel Blades — Non-Malleable | |||||
| 6100 | Chisel | Rigid | Miniature chisel 1.5mm | Wedge-style tissue approach | View |
| 6200 | Chisel | Rigid | Miniature chisel 2.7mm | Wider wedge-style approach | View |
| Handles | |||||
| S1310 | Handle | — | Round — 10cm | Standard length, round grip | View |
| S1320 | Handle | — | Round — 15cm | Extended length, round grip | View |
| S1330 | Handle | — | Hex — 10cm | Hex grip, anti-roll | View |
| S1350 | Handle | — | Round — 13cm | Mid-length, round grip | View |
| S1360 | Handle | — | Round — 5" | Knurled grip | View |
Not sure which model fits your procedure?
The model table above shows the Surgistar miniature and micro miniature blade options available from Xemax. The matrix below helps connect those blade geometries to common periodontal, implant, soft tissue, and endodontic microsurgery workflows.
Blade Selection Matrix: Match Blade Geometry to Procedure
| Procedure / Clinical Task | Access Challenge | Blade Geometry to Consider | Example Surgistar Models | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel technique | Confined entry points, limited visibility, delicate undermining | Spear blade, radius-tip blade, Nordland blade, crescent blade | USM6300 / USM6310, USM6700 / S6700, N6900, USM6900 | Useful where small entry points and controlled tissue movement are needed. |
| Connective tissue grafting | Recipient bed preparation, delicate tissue handling, controlled release | Crescent blade, radius-tip blade, straight-edge blade | USM6900, USM6700 / S6700, USM6400 / S6400 | Blade choice may vary depending on flap design and grafting technique. |
| Root coverage | Sulcular access, tissue release, confined anterior access | Crescent blade, Nordland blade, radius-tip blade | USM6900, N6900, USM6700 / S6700 | Useful for periodontal plastic surgery workflows where access and visibility are limited. |
| Papilla preservation | Tight embrasures, delicate papilla tissue, narrow access | Nordland blade, narrow full-radius blade | N6900 | Commonly selected for delicate access around papilla and embrasure areas. |
| Sulcular incision | Following tooth contours, controlled access around margins | Crescent blade, radius-tip blade, 15° ophthalmic-style blade | USM6900, USM6700 / S6700, S6500 | Blade shape can help match the surgical path and access angle. |
| Implant uncovering | Peri-implant access, soft tissue refinement, controlled incision design | Straight-edge blade, crescent blade, 15° ophthalmic-style blade | USM6400 / S6400, USM6900, S6500 | Useful where controlled access and soft tissue contouring are important. |
| Peri-implant soft tissue refinement | Soft tissue contouring around implants and abutments | Straight-edge blade, radius-tip blade, 15° ophthalmic-style blade | USM6400 / S6400, USM6700 / S6700, S6500 | Select based on incision design, access angle, and tissue thickness. |
| Recipient bed preparation | Preparing a controlled recipient site for grafting | Crescent blade, radius-tip blade, straight-edge blade | USM6900, USM6700 / S6700, USM6400 / S6400 | Different geometries may support different release or preparation movements. |
| Flap thinning / undermining | Controlled soft tissue release under limited visibility | Radius-tip blade, crescent blade | USM6700 / S6700, USM6900 | Curved or rounded geometries may be useful for sweeping or tunneling movements. |
| Confined posterior access | Limited access angle, restricted visibility, difficult reach | Spear blade, radius-tip blade, 15° ophthalmic-style blade | USM6300 / USM6310, USM6700 / S6700, S6500 | Selection depends heavily on access angle and handle compatibility. |
Tunnel technique
Connective tissue grafting
Root coverage
Papilla preservation
Sulcular incision
Implant uncovering
Peri-implant soft tissue refinement
Recipient bed preparation
Flap thinning / undermining
Confined posterior access
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Understanding Surgistar Blade Geometries
Each Surgistar blade geometry is designed for a different type of tissue access. The same geometry is often available in both micro miniature and miniature sizes, and in malleable or non-malleable shanks. Click any accordion item to see models and drawings.
Commonly selected for delicate periodontal access, papilla preservation, tight embrasures, and tunnel workflows. The narrow rounded profile may help in confined soft tissue spaces where other geometries are too wide.
N6900
Designed for controlled entry points, tunnel initiation, and precise access in confined surgical sites. Available in straight, 10° angled, and 45° angled variants across both size families.
USM6300
USM6310
USM6345
S6300
6300 (Rigid)
Unique angled bevel-up geometry for lamellar tissue approaches. Available only in the non-malleable miniature family — no malleable equivalent.
6600 (Rigid)
Full-radius curved profiles for sulcular access, root coverage, recipient site preparation, and soft tissue grafting. Available in straight and angled shank variants across both size families and both shank types.
USM6900
USM6910
S6900
S6915
S6945
6900 (Rigid)
6910 (Rigid)
Flat chisel geometry — distinct from all scalpel-style blade profiles. For procedures requiring a wedge-style cutting edge. Available in two widths: 1.5mm and 2.7mm. Non-malleable rigid shank only.
6100 — 1.5mm
6200 — 2.7mm
Malleable Shanks and Handle Compatibility
Surgistar malleable miniature and micro miniature blades are designed for Surgistar screw-in blade handles. The malleable shank allows the clinician to contour the approach angle before seating the blade in the handle — useful in posterior, angled, obstructed, or microscope-assisted access.
Important: Always confirm handle compatibility before ordering. Non-malleable blades use the same screw-in handle system but ship with a fixed, pre-set shank angle.
Available Surgistar Handles
Sterility, Packaging, and Ordering Notes
Surgistar blades are supplied as single-use by SKU, with 6 blades per box. Use with Surgistar screw-in handles. Review the product page before ordering to confirm specifications and compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
A reduced-profile surgical blade designed for precise access in periodontal, implant, oral surgery, endodontic microsurgery, and soft tissue procedures where a standard blade is too large.
Miniature blades (S-series) use a reduced-profile design compared to standard surgical blades. Micro miniature blades (USM/N-series) are narrower still — designed for more confined access where even a miniature blade may be too wide.
Malleable blades have a bendable shank — the clinician contours the approach angle before seating the blade in the handle. Non-malleable blades have a rigid shank with a fixed approach angle set at manufacture. Both types use the same Surgistar screw-in handle system.
Commonly selected for delicate periodontal access, papilla preservation, tunnel procedures, and confined embrasure areas. The narrow full-radius profile may help in tight soft tissue spaces.
Tunnel technique workflows may involve spear, radius-tip, round full-radius, or Nordland-style microsurgical blades depending on the entry point, tissue thickness, and clinician preference.
A #15 blade is a full-size general-purpose surgical blade that fits standard #3 or #7 handles. Microsurgical blades are smaller, more specialized, and require dedicated Surgistar screw-in handles.
Yes — Surgistar micro blades are designed for Surgistar screw-in blade handles (S1310, S1320, S1330, S1350, S1360). They are not compatible with standard #3 or #7 scalpel handles. Always confirm handle compatibility before ordering.
The right blade depends on your procedure, access challenge, preferred geometry, handle compatibility, and clinician technique. Use the blade selection matrix above as a starting point, or contact Xemax for help comparing options.
Why Source Surgistar Microsurgical Blades from Xemax?
Xemax focuses on specialty surgical dentistry supplies for clinicians who perform periodontal, implant, oral surgery, sedation, and regenerative procedures. Our product assortment is curated for surgical workflows — not general dental supply.
Xemax Surgical Products was founded in 1991 and serves dental surgical offices across the United States.
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Compare miniature and micro miniature Surgistar blade profiles for periodontal plastic surgery, implant soft tissue management, endodontic microsurgery, tunnel procedures, connective tissue grafting, and confined surgical access.