Comparison Table for Dental Cutters
| Instrument Name | Cutter Type | Handle Material | Handle Type | Manufacturer Name | Package Quantity | Compatible Cutting Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pin and Ligature Cutters – Micro-Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter | Micro-Mini, Pin, Ligature | Immunity Steel | Curved, Long | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 1/Pkg | Ligature, Pin, Soft Wire |
| Miltex Diagonal Wire Cutter | Diagonal | Silicone | Curved | Miltex by Integra | 1/Pkg | Hard Wire, Soft Wire |
| Buffalo Nipper – Diagonal Cutting | Nipper | N/A | N/A | Buffalo Dental Mfg Co Inc. | 1/Pkg | N/A |
| Distal End Cutters – Universal Cut and Hold, Long Handle | Distal End, Universal Cut & Hold | Immunity Steel | Long Handle | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 1/Pkg | Hard Wire, Soft Wire |
| Patterson® Safety Shear and Hold Distal End – Long Handle | Distal End | Stainless Steel | Long | Patterson Dental Supply | 1/Pkg | Archwire |
| Distal End Cutters – Slim Flush Cut and Hold | Distal End, Flush Cut & Hold | Immunity Steel | Long Handle | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 1/Pkg | Archwire |
| Patterson® Plaster Nippers | Nipper | Stainless Steel | N/A | Patterson Dental Supply | 1/Pkg | Plaster, Stone |
| Patterson® Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter | Ligature | Stainless Steel | N/A | Patterson Dental Supply | 1/Pkg | Ligature |
| Patterson® 15° Angled Hard Wire Cutter | Hard Wire | Stainless Steel | N/A | Patterson Dental Supply | 1/Pkg | Hard Wire |
| Distal End Cutters – Slim Micro Cutter | Micro | Immunity Steel | Curved | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 1/Pkg | Ligature, Soft Wire |
Cutters are used to cut various types of wires such as pins, ligature wires and orthodontic archwire either extraorally or intraorally.
1. Pin and Ligature Cutters – Micro-Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter
Hu-Friedy Micro-Mini Pin & Ligature Cutter is designed to cut soft wire pins and ligature wires up to 0.012″ (0.30 mm).
- Ultra slim profile is a plus in the most difficult-to-access areas
Compatible Cutting Material: Ligature, Pin, Soft Wire
Cutter Type: Micro-Mini, Pin, Ligature
Handle Material: Immunity Steel
Handle Type: Curved, Long
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Maximum Wire Size: 0.012″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Shape: Pointed
2. Miltex Diagonal Wire Cutter
The Diagonal Wire Cutter from Miltex cuts all types and sizes of orthodontic wire and is excellent for cutting heavy wire with little pressure.
Blade Shape: Straight
Compatible Cutting Material: Hard Wire, Soft Wire
Cutter Type: Diagonal
Handle Material: Silicone
Handle Type: Curved
Manufacturer Name: Miltex by Integra
Old Manufacturer #: 74-115
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Shape: Blunt
3. Buffalo Nipper – Diagonal Cutting
177E, Diagonal Cutting Nipper is a durable, heavy duty instrument for heavy nipping, cutting and trimming applications.
Cutter Type: Nipper
Manufacturer Name: Buffalo Dental Mfg Co Inc.
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
4. Distal End Cutters – Universal Cut and Hold, Long Handle
Hu-Friedy Universal Cut and Hold Distal End Cutter, Long can easily cut all types of wires ranging from 0.012″ (0.30 mm) to 0.021″ x 0.025″ (0.53 mm x 0.64 mm).
Compatible Cutting Material: Hard Wire, Soft Wire
Cutter Type: Distal End, Universal Cut & Hold
Handle Material: Immunity Steel
Handle Type: Long Handle
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Maximum Wire Size: 0.021″ x 0.025″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Shape: Pointed
5. Patterson® Safety Shear and Hold Distal End – Long Handle
Each Patterson cutting instrument is designed for strength, precision and versatile use during dental procedures.
Compatible Cutting Material: Archwire
Cutter Type: Distal End
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Type: Long
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Maximum Wire Size: .021″ x .028″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
6. Distal End Cutters – Slim Flush Cut and Hold
The Slim Flush Cut and Hold Distal End Cutter cuts and holds wire distally flush to the buccal tube or bracket while reducing debondings. Designed for all types of wire up to a maximum of 0.021″ x 0.025″ (0.53 mm x 0.64 mm).
Compatible Cutting Material: Archwire
Cutter Type: Distal End, Flush Cut & Hold
Handle Material: Immunity Steel
Handle Type: Long Handle
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Maximum Wire Size: 0.021″ x 0.025″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Shape: Blunt
7. Patterson® Plaster Nippers
Patterson® Plaster Nippers cuts stone and may be used for trimming models. They are made of stainless steel.
Compatible Cutting Material: Plaster, Stone
Cutter Type: Nipper
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
8. Patterson® Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter
Each Patterson cutting instrument is designed for strength, precision and versatile use during dental procedures.
Blade Shape: Straight
Compatible Cutting Material: Ligature
Cutter Type: Ligature
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Maximum Wire Size: .012″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
9. Patterson® 15° Angled Hard Wire Cutter
Each Patterson cutting instrument is designed for strength, precision and versatile use during dental procedures.
Blade Shape: Angled 15°
Compatible Cutting Material: Archwire
Cutter Type: Hard Wire
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Maximum Wire Size: .021″ x .028″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
10. Distal End Cutters – Slim Micro Cutter
The slender tip of the Slim Micro Cutter allows for easier access when removing elastics. The face of the cutter has been “scooped out” and reduced by 13% as compared to our original 678-110 to enhance visibility.
Compatible Cutting Material: Ligature, Soft Wire
Cutter Type: Micro
Handle Material: Immunity Steel
Handle Type: Curved
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Maximum Wire Size: 0.012″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Shape: Pointed
