{"product_id":"hu-friedy-metzenbaum-scissors","title":"Hu-Friedy Metzenbaum Scissors | Soft-Tissue Dissection | Curved \u0026 Straight | Xemax","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision soft-tissue scissors engineered for delicate dissection, fine cutting, and atraumatic tissue handling in periodontal, implant, and oral surgical procedures.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHu-Friedy Metzenbaum Scissors are the instrument of choice when control, reach, and minimal trauma matter most. Their long handle-to-blade ratio, slender blades, and refined tip geometry make them purpose-built for the kind of fine tissue work where standard scissors fall short.\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 Metzenbaum Scissors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eblunt dissection\u003c\/strong\u003e is needed — gently separating tissue planes with rounded tips to minimize trauma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003efine soft-tissue cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e is required during periodontal or implant procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen working in \u003cstrong\u003edeep or confined access\u003c\/strong\u003e — long shanks provide reach and visibility in restricted operative fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eanatomical contour navigation\u003c\/strong\u003e is needed — curved models follow natural tissue planes; straight models suit flatter dissection\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 natural anatomical contours; preferred for most periodontal and flap procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Suited for flatter tissue planes and direct-access dissection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlunt\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rounded tips for atraumatic blunt dissection; the most common choice for tissue plane separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePointed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fine tips for precise incision and cutting in tighter spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Extra-fine tips for the most demanding precision 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\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerma Sharp\u003c\/strong\u003e — Enhanced edge retention for longer-lasting cutting performance between sharpenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong handle-to-blade ratio — enhances reach, balance, and controlled movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlender, narrow blades — purpose-built for precision and delicate tissue handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple tip geometries — Blunt, Pointed, and Delicate to match the clinical task\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved and straight configurations — select based on access and surgical technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Line finish — reduces glare under operatory lighting and magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerma Sharp option — superior edge retention for extended performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality surgical stainless steel — corrosion resistance and consistent cutting performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-tissue dissection in periodontal surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlap elevation and tissue plane separation in implant procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine cutting in oral and maxillofacial surgical cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep or confined-access dissection where reach and control 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\u003eS19SCX\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Blunt, Black Line — 14.5 cm \/ 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5055\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Blunt, Perma Sharp — 14.5 cm \/ 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5057\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Pointed, Perma Sharp — 14.5 cm \/ 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5069\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curved, Delicate, Perma Sharp — 18 cm \/ 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5054\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Blunt, Perma Sharp — 14.5 cm \/ 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS5056\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight, Pointed, Perma Sharp — 14.5 cm \/ 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Metzenbaum scissors are not intended for cutting sutures, wire, or dense materials. 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