Disposable and safe scalpels are used to make intraoral incisions during oral surgery. Safety scalpels generally have a retractable blade and comply with OSHA’s Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act regulations.
Table comparing Top 5 Disposable & Safety Scalpels
| Item Name | Blade Protection | Blade Size | Handle Material | Package Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson® Disposable Stainless Steel Scalpels – 10/Box 15 | Blade Cover | 15 | Plastic | 10/Pkg |
| Futura® Safety Scalpels, 50/Box – #11, Blue | Retractable Blade | 11 | Blue Plastic | 50/Pkg |
| Sterile Disposable Scalpels – Stainless Steel, 10/Pkg – # 11 | Safety Sleeve | 11 | Stainless Steel, Plastic Sleeve | 10/Pkg |
| Disposable Sterile Scalpels – Conventional – 10 | Retractable Blade | 10 | Stainless Steel | 10/Pkg |
| Disposable Safety Scalpel – 10/Pkg – #11 | Retractable Blade | 11 | Stainless Steel | 10/Pkg |
Table comparing Top 5 Disposable & Safety Scalpels (Additional Information)
| Item Name | Manufacturer Name | Handle Color | Handle Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson® Disposable Stainless Steel Scalpels – 10/Box 15 | Patterson Dental Supply | N/A | Plastic |
| Futura® Safety Scalpels, 50/Box – #11, Blue | Merit Medical Systems, Inc | Blue | N/A |
| Sterile Disposable Scalpels – Stainless Steel, 10/Pkg – # 11 | INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES SALES LLC | Green | N/A |
| Disposable Sterile Scalpels – Conventional – 10 | Bard Parker | N/A | Standard |
| Disposable Safety Scalpel – 10/Pkg – #11 | Miltex by Integra | N/A | N/A |
Top 10 Scalpel Blades for Dentists
1. Patterson® Disposable Stainless Steel Scalpels
Patterson disposable stainless steel scalpels are equipped with a plastic handle that includes a millimeter scale and a plastic blade protector. Each instrument is sterilized using ETO gas and packaged individually in a convenient peel pouch.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Blade Cover
Blade Size: 15
Handle Material: Plastic
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
Top 10 Scalpel Handles for Dental Surgeons
2. Futura® Safety Scalpels
The Futura® retractable safety scalpel protects workers when passing or disposing of scalpels. The Futura’s precision stainless steel blade retracts with patented spring retraction technology to minimize the risk of accidental cuts.
- Designed to reduce exposed-blade accidents
- Clinician controls in-use or hidden blade position via locking inset with one-handed activation.
- The retraction feature hides the blade in a safety position, reducing accidental cuts
- Color-coded by blade size
- Sterile and completely disposable
- Addresses new “Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act” legislation
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 11
Handle Color: Blue
Manufacturer Name: Merit Medical Systems, Inc
Package Quantity: 50/Pkg
3. Integra Sterile Disposable Scalpels # 11
Sterile Disposable Scalpels have razor-sharp edges for clean incisions and excellent cutting. Each scalpel is individually sealed in a peel-apart pouch to maintain sterility for up to 3 years.
- Stainless steel blade and handle
- Safety sleeve protects the user and the blade
- Each blade clearly indicates the size
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Safety Sleeve
Blade Size: 11
Handle Color: Green
Handle Material: Stainless Steel, Plastic Sleeve
Manufacturer Name: INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES SALES LLC
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
4. Bard Parker Disposable Sterile Scalpels – 10
Consistent sharpness, control, and strength surgeons demand; uniquely packaged for safety and ease of use.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 10
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Type: Standard
Manufacturer Name: Bard Parker
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
5. Miltex Disposable Safety Scalpel #11
The Disposable Safety Scalpel is a sterile, stainless steel single-use scalpel used for clean and precise incisions.
- Pre-assembled, fully retractable, and user-activated
- 5-year shelf life
- Individually packaged
- Metric ruler on each scalpel to assist in determining incision length
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 11
Handle Color: Green
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Manufacturer Name: Miltex by Integra
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
6. Patterson® Disposable 10
Patterson disposable stainless steel scalpels are equipped with a plastic handle that includes a millimeter scale and a plastic blade protector. Each instrument is sterilized using ETO gas and packaged individually in a convenient peel pouch.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Blade Cover
Blade Size: 12B
Handle Material: Plastic
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
7. Patterson® Disposable 10/Box
Patterson disposable stainless steel scalpels have a plastic handle that includes a millimeter scale and a plastic blade protector. Each instrument is sterilized using ETO gas and packaged individually in a convenient peel pouch.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Blade Cover
Blade Size: 15C
Handle Material: Plastic
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
8. Bard Paker Disposable Sterile Scalpels # 12B
Consistent sharpness, control and strength surgeons demand; uniquely packaged for safety and ease of use.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 12B
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Type: Standard
Manufacturer Name: Bard Parker
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
9. Bard-Parker Disposable Scalpels – #20
The Disposable Scalpel is used for tissue separation and other procedures that require a sharp surgical blade to puncture or cut.
- Made of stainless steel for superior cutting
- Consistant sharpness, control, and strength
- Packaged for safety and ease of use
- Sterile
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 20
Handle Type: Standard
Manufacturer Name: Bard Parker
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
10. Bard Disposable Sterile Scalpels #15
Consistent sharpness, control and strength surgeons demand; uniquely packaged for safety and ease of use.
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Blade Protection: Retractable Blade
Blade Size: 15
Handle Color: Green
Handle Material: Plastic
Handle Type: Standard
Manufacturer Name: Bard Parker
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
Sterilization: Sterile
