Dental Elastic Separating Plier Straight

Straight Elastic Separating / Separator Plier – Orthodontic Instrument

A straight elastic separating plier is designed for placing and removing small elastic separators (rubber rings) between teeth in orthodontic treatment. With straight jaws and a precise gripping tip, this instrument provides controlled, gentle separation force while maintaining good visibility and access.

Key Features

• Straight Jaw / Tip Design
  The straight configuration ensures better line-of-sight and direct access to interproximal spaces for elastic placement or removal.

• Grooved Tip
  The tip often includes a small groove tip to hold the elastic securely during placement. For example, some elastic separating pliers have notched tips to “secure elastics and … facilitate placement and release.”

• Spring / Self-Return Mechanism
  Many tools incorporate a built-in spring that assists opening the plier automatically, reducing hand fatigue.

• Stainless Steel Construction
  Made of surgical-grade stainless steel to resist corrosion and maintain structural integrity under repeated sterilization.

• Ergonomic Handles
  Designed for a comfortable grip and precise control during small manipulations.

• Autoclavable & Reusable
  Built for repeated heat sterilization cycles without losing functionality.

Applications

• Placing elastic separators (rubber rings) between teeth before bracket or band placement

• Removing worn or broken elastic separators

• Assisting in interproximal space creation during orthodontic treatment

• Adjusting and repositioning separators during checkups

Ideal For

• Orthodontists, dental assistants, and clinicians working with elastic separators

• Practices wanting precision instruments for comfort, control, and visibility

• Teaching clinics and students learning separator placement techniques

• Clinics requiring durable, sterilizable instruments