{"product_id":"hu-friedy-iris-scissors","title":"Hu-Friedy Iris Scissors | Precision Microsurgical Scissors | Curved \u0026 Straight | Xemax","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe smallest, most precise scissors in the Hu-Friedy surgical line — built for delicate cutting, flap refinement, and suture trimming in confined intraoral spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHu-Friedy Iris Scissors are compact, narrow-bladed precision scissors designed for the kind of fine soft-tissue work where a larger instrument would compromise control or access. At 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\", they offer exceptional tactile feedback and cutting accuracy in tight operative fields — periodontal flaps, microsurgical sites, and anywhere precision matters more than power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/surgical-scissors-selection-guide\"\u003eComparing scissors? See the full Hu-Friedy Scissors Selection Guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Choose Iris Scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003etrimming delicate soft tissue\u003c\/strong\u003e in tight or highly visible operative areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003erefining surgical flaps\u003c\/strong\u003e with precision and minimal trauma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003ecutting sutures\u003c\/strong\u003e in confined spaces where a larger scissor would be unwieldy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen working under \u003cstrong\u003emagnification (loupes or microscope)\u003c\/strong\u003e where instrument size and glare control matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003emicrosurgical and periodontal procedures\u003c\/strong\u003e demanding the highest level of cutting control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\/Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurved\u003c\/strong\u003e — Follows anatomical contours; preferred for flap refinement and tissue trimming around curved surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Direct cutting action; preferred for suture cutting and straight-line tissue work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\/Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard surgical stainless; reliable, consistent cutting performance at the entry price point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e — One serrated blade for enhanced grip and cutting efficiency on slippery or delicate tissue; reduces tissue push-away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerma Sharp\u003c\/strong\u003e — Enhanced edge retention for longer-lasting sharpness between sharpenings; preferred for high-volume practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Line\u003c\/strong\u003e — Anti-glare black finish reduces reflection under operatory lighting and magnification; ideal for loupe or microscope-assisted procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\" length — maximum control in confined intraoral spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, lightweight profile — enhanced tactile feedback and maneuverability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow, sharp blades — clean, precise cutting with minimal tissue trauma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved and straight configurations — select based on access and technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour material options — Stainless Steel, Super Cut, Perma Sharp, Black Line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality Hu-Friedy manufacturing — consistent performance and instrument longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriodontal flap surgery — tissue trimming and flap refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrosurgical procedures requiring maximum precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuture cutting in confined or highly visible operative areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplant soft-tissue management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny procedure where instrument size and cutting precision are critical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable SKUs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS17\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Stainless Steel — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS17SC\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Super Cut — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5082\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Perma Sharp — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS17SCX\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Black Line — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS18\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Stainless Steel — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS18SC\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Super Cut — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5083\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Perma Sharp — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS18SCX\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Black Line — 11.5 cm \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hu-Friedy","offers":[{"title":"Curved \/ Stainless Steel","offer_id":46507755339953,"sku":"HF-S18","price":91.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved \/ Super Cut","offer_id":46507755438257,"sku":"HF-S18SC","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved \/ Perma Sharp","offer_id":46507755471025,"sku":"HF-S5083","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved \/ Black Line","offer_id":46507755372721,"sku":"HF-S18SCX","price":257.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight \/ Stainless Steel","offer_id":46507755307185,"sku":"HF-S17","price":91.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight \/ Super Cut","offer_id":46507755274417,"sku":"HF-S17SC","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight \/ Perma Sharp","offer_id":46507755503793,"sku":"HF-S5082","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight \/ Black Line","offer_id":46507755405489,"sku":"HF-S17SCX","price":257.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/5915\/8961\/files\/S18.jpg?v=1772144332","url":"https:\/\/www.xemax.com\/products\/hu-friedy-iris-scissors","provider":"Xemax Surgical Products, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}