Adson Dressing Forcep 12 cm / 4-3/4"

The Adson Dressing Forcep, 12 cm / 4-3/4" has serrated rather than toothed tips. The absence of teeth is the defining characteristic and determines how the instrument is used. Because nothing on the tip can penetrate, the forcep may be applied to materials and structures that a toothed pattern would damage. It is used for placing and removing swabs and dressings, handling suture material, packing wounds, and manipulating tissue where puncture marks would be unwelcome.

The serrations run across the tip faces and provide sufficient grip for these tasks. The instrument shares the wide flat handle of the Adson family, which makes it comfortable to hold for extended periods during dressing changes and wound management. At 12 cm it is compact and easily controlled. It is worth noting that serrated tips require firmer pressure to hold slippery tissue, so a toothed pattern remains the better choice for skin closure.

• Serrated tips with no teeth, so nothing can penetrate the material being held
• Suited to placing and removing swabs, dressings and wound packing
• Handles suture material and tissue where puncture marks are unwelcome
• Wide flat Adson handle, comfortable during extended dressing work
• Premium quality stainless steel
• Fully autoclavable & reusable 

What is the difference between dressing and tissue forceps?

Dressing forceps have serrated tips with no teeth. Tissue forceps have teeth that interlock and grip skin more securely.

When should dressing forceps be selected?

When handling swabs, dressings, suture material or any structure that a toothed tip would damage.

At HK Medical Instruments, we stand behind the quality and performance of our products.

All instruments are eligible for return or replacement within 45 days of delivery if they have a manufacturing defect, malfunction, or do not meet your expectations.

We also offer a lifetime breakage warranty covering breakage resulting from manufacturing or material defects. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper handling, accidental drops, incorrect cleaning or sterilization, unauthorized repairs, or normal wear and tear.

To request warranty assistance, please contact us at warranty@hkmedins.com with your order details, a description of the issue, and clear photographs of the affected instrument. Our team will review your request and guide you through the return or replacement process.