Miltex® Swiss Cilia and Suture Forceps
3-3/4" (96mm) | 2.8mm Wide Slanted Smooth Jaws | German Stainless Steel

The Miltex® Swiss Cilia and Suture Forceps (18-1107) are precision-engineered instruments featuring a Swiss-pattern jaw design manufactured to Miltex's high-quality German instrument standards. The 2.8mm wide slanted smooth jaws provide secure, atraumatic grasping, making this forceps well-suited to fine work involving eyelash (cilia) manipulation and suture handling during delicate procedures.

At 3-3/4" (96mm) in length, this compact forceps offers precise control for close, detailed work. The slanted jaw geometry allows clinicians to approach the operative site at an angle, improving visibility and access in confined anatomical areas, while the smooth jaw surface minimizes tissue trauma during grasping.

This versatile instrument is used across dermatology, ophthalmic surgery, and veterinary applications, reflecting its fine, precise grasping capability. As a reusable stainless steel instrument, it is designed to withstand repeated sterilization cycles while maintaining its precision and finish over the long term.

Key Features

• High-quality German-manufactured stainless steel construction
• Swiss-pattern slanted smooth jaws for secure, atraumatic grasping
• 2.8mm jaw width suited to fine cilia and suture handling
• Angled jaw design improves visibility and access in confined areas
• Reusable and autoclavable for long-term clinical use
• Versatile across dermatology, ophthalmic, and veterinary applications

Specifications

• Brand / Manufacturer: Miltex (Integra LifeSciences)
• Model / MFID: 18-1107
• Overall Length: 3-3/4" (96mm)
• Jaw Width: 2.8mm
• Jaw Type: Slanted, smooth
• Material: German stainless steel
• Reusable / Disposable: Reusable (autoclavable)
• Collection: Dermatology
• Customer Segment: Miltex® Instruments
• Franchise: Surgical Instruments
• Applications: Dermatology, Ophthalmic Surgery, Veterinary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Miltex Swiss Cilia and Suture Forceps used for?
It is used for precise grasping of eyelashes (cilia) and sutures during dermatologic, ophthalmic, and veterinary procedures requiring fine, controlled manipulation.

What does "slanted smooth jaws" mean for this forceps?
The jaws are angled rather than straight, allowing the clinician to approach the tissue from a better angle for visibility, while the smooth (non-serrated) surface reduces the risk of tissue trauma during grasping.

Is this forceps reusable?
Yes, the Miltex® Swiss Cilia and Suture Forceps is a reusable stainless steel instrument designed to withstand standard autoclave sterilization cycles. Always follow your facility's validated sterilization protocols.

What procedures is this forceps suited for?
Its fine, precise jaws make it suitable for dermatology, ophthalmic surgery, and veterinary applications requiring delicate grasping of cilia, sutures, or other small structures.

Is this a Swiss-made instrument?
The forceps features a Swiss-pattern jaw design but is manufactured to Miltex's high-quality German instrument standards.