{"product_id":"hu-friedy-1-labanca-periosteal-elevator","title":"Hu-Friedy 1 Labanca Periosteal Elevators","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eDeveloped with \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMauro Labanca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eThe Labanca 1 periosteal elevator is a double-ended instrument designed for reflecting and retracting the mucoperiosteum following gingival incisions. In practice, the Labanca 1 is \u003cstrong data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eclosely comparable to a Prichard-style periosteal\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring slender, elongated working ends intended for precise, controlled soft-tissue management rather than broad flap elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eThis design makes the Labanca 1 particularly useful in periodontal surgery, implant-adjacent procedures, and esthetic zones where finesse, visibility, and controlled access are more important than leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e• Double-ended configuration with slim, narrow working ends\u003cbr data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"841\"\u003e• Elongated blade profiles similar in feel and function to Prichard-style periosteals\u003cbr data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e• Rounded, non-aggressive edges for controlled mucoperiosteal separation\u003cbr data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e• Geometry suited for interproximal access and delicate flap manipulation\u003cbr data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e• Precision-finished stainless steel for smooth tissue handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eClinical Advantages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e• Well suited for periodontal flap procedures and implant-adjacent soft-tissue work\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e• Facilitates access in interproximal areas and thin tissue biotypes\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e• Supports controlled reflection and retraction without excessive force\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e• Provides good tactile feedback during fine tissue manipulation\u003cbr data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e• Durable surgical stainless steel construction for repeated sterilization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eClinical Takeaway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eThe Labanca 1 periosteal is best viewed as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eprecision-oriented instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e, similar in application to the Prichard 3, and is ideal for clinicians who prefer slender periosteals for controlled, atraumatic mucoperiosteal management in periodontal and implant workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hu-Friedy","offers":[{"title":"#6","offer_id":46561746813105,"sku":"HF-PPLABANCA6","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#10 Short","offer_id":46561746747569,"sku":"HF-PPLABANCA","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/5915\/8961\/files\/PPLABANCA6.jpg?v=1769866256","url":"https:\/\/www.xemax.com\/products\/hu-friedy-1-labanca-periosteal-elevator","provider":"Xemax Surgical Products, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}