Instruments

Composi-Tight® Matrix Forceps

Composi-Tight® Matrix Forceps provide the grip necessary for band removal while their precision tips provide the tactile control needed for placement without distorting the interproximal area of the matrix band. You can put away your cotton forceps and your hemostats, and replace them with the one instrument designed specifically for the job.

Precise Placement - the tips have a 75-degree angle with an occlusal-gingival orientation, providing a more appropriate placement angle than cotton forceps. The petite, carbide tips allow the matrix to be grasped at its upper edge to prevent distortion of the interproximal area of the band.

Unbeatable Grip - the tungsten carbide tips provide exceptional grip and tactile control for tough access cases.

Garrison Composi-Tight® 3D Fusion Ring Placement Forceps

Dentistry’s premier ring placement forceps are here. Regardless of your hand size or strength, Composi-Tight® 3D Fusion™ forceps will give you incredible control for the precise placement of super strong separator rings over even the widest molars.

Ergonomic for the masses – Whether your hands are big or small, Composi-Tight® 3D Fusion™ forceps give you the leverage you need for precise ring placement

Long-term investment – Stainless steel prevents leverage-robbing flexion and makes these forceps incredibly durable

Functionality for all – As an added bonus, Composi-Tight® 3D Fusion™ forceps will work with virtually any ring from any manufacturer

Garrison Band & Wedge Forceps

The Garrison Band and Wedge Forceps (often designated as the BWI or Band Wedge Instrument) is a specialized dental tool from Garrison Dental Solutions built for placing and removing matrix bands and wedges during restorative procedures like Class II composite fillings.

Key Features and Specifications

• Grip Strength: Delivers 8.0 pounds of gripping pressure, which is 16 times stronger than standard cotton forceps (which typically offer around 0.5 lbs of pressure).
• Design & Build: Features specially engineered, deep-interdigitating teeth and a heavier metal backbone with increased thickness to prevent tip separation under high stress.
• Tip Angle: Includes 45° angled tips for optimal maneuverability and control in the posterior oral cavity.
• Etched Identification: Marked with "BWI" directly on the handle for quick identification in a tray setup.

Primary Uses

• Matrix Band Placement and Removal: Provides the positive grip needed to firmly position bands and pull out stubborn or tightly adapted matrix bands after a restoration is completed.
• Wedge Placement and Removal: Offers high stability and control when inserting or extracting wedges without slippage.
• Clinical Application: Replaces standard cotton pliers for roughly 95% of daily restorative workflows, though its larger tip profile makes it less ideal for hyper-delicate tasks.