Scalpel (Dental Use)

A dental scalpel is a handheld surgical instrument with a fine, replaceable blade designed to make precise cuts in soft tissues of the mouth. In dental use it enables clinicians to perform controlled incisions for procedures such as gum contouring, biopsies, flap surgery, removal of lesions and access for implant placement, with an emphasis on minimizing tissue trauma and preserving surrounding anatomy.

Scalpel use in dentistry is carried out under strict infection-control protocols and usually with local anaesthesia to ensure patient comfort; stitches (sutures) are often placed afterwards to aid healing. Patients can expect transient swelling or discomfort after surgical procedures involving a scalpel, and healing times vary depending on the extent of the incision and the individual’s health and oral hygiene.