Nugent Forcep
Basic Information
- Brand Name
- Nugent Forcep
- Primary DI
- G2023010590021
- Version / Model
- 301059002
- Catalog Number
- 30-10590-02
- Company Name
- CONCISE ENTERPRISES
- Labeler DUNS
- 645816062
- Distribution Status
- In Commercial Distribution
- Device Count in Pkg
- 1
- Record Status
- Published
- Publish Date
- 2023-04-06
- Public Version
- 1
- Public Version Date
- 2023-04-14
- Public Version Status
- New
- Public Device Record Key
- 685b05cf-48a5-4d71-bb9e-5c092095759b
Device Description
Nugent forceps are a type of dental instrument that is used to grasp and manipulate tissues in the oral cavity. These forceps are named after Dr. James Nugent, a prominent dentist who developed the instrument in the 1930s. Nugent forceps feature a long, slender shaft with a curved, pointed tip at the end. The tip is designed to fit into the small spaces between teeth and gums, allowing the dentist to grasp and hold tissue while performing various procedures, such as scaling, root planing, or extraction. The forceps are typically made of high-quality stainless steel, which is durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean and sterilize. Some models may have a serrated or textured tip for improved grip. Nugent forceps are commonly used in periodontal procedures, which focus on the health and treatment of the tissues that surround and support the teeth. These forceps can help the dentist to gently and effectively remove calculus and plaque from the teeth and gums, improving overall oral health. As with all dental instruments, proper care and maintenance are essential to ensure the longevity and effectiveness of Nugent forceps. The instrument must be cleaned and sterilized between uses to prevent the spread of infection, and it should be inspected regularly for signs of damage or wear.
Device Characteristics
- Single Use
- No
- Prescription Use (Rx)
- No
- Over the Counter (OTC)
- No
- Kit
- No
- Combination Product
- No
- HCT/P
- No
- Contains NRL
- No
- Not Made with NRL
- No
- MRI Safety
- Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
- Direct Marking Exempt
- No
- PM Exempt
- Yes
- Has Serial Number
- No
- Has Lot/Batch Number
- No
- Has Manufacturing Date
- No
- Has Expiration Date
- No
- Has Donation ID
- No
Sterilization
- Is Sterile
- No
- Sterilization Prior Use
- Yes
- Sterilization Methods
- Moist Heat or Steam Sterilization
Product Codes
| Code | Name | Medical Specialty | Regulation # | Device Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTD | Forceps | General, Plastic Surgery | 878.4800 | 1 |
GMDN Terms
| Code | Name | Definition | Implantable | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62674 | Ophthalmic soft-tissue manipulation forceps, tweezers-like, reusable | A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to facilitate the grasping, manipulation, or clamping of, and/or removal of foreign bodies from, ophthalmic soft-tissues (ocular tissues, eyelids), and may be pointed for capsulorhexis. It has a conventional (self-opening) or reverse-action (self-closing) tweezers-like design with variously designed tips, whereby the blades are designed to be opened/closed by squeezing between the fingers (i.e., without ring handles); it is not probe-like in design (i.e., not cannulated). It is typically made of metal, available in various sizes, and may have carbide inserts at the working end. This is a reusable device intended to be sterilized prior to use. | No | Active |
Identifiers
| Type | ID | Issuing Agency | Package Type | Qty per Pkg | Pkg Status | Pkg Discontinue Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary | G2023010590021 | HIBCC |