{"product_id":"sectional-matrix-band-forceps-45-degree-angled-16-5cm-5531","title":"Sectional Matrix Band Forceps – 45° Angled, 6.5 in (16.5 cm)","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacing and removing a sectional matrix band calls for a good angle of approach and a reliable grip. These \u003cstrong\u003e6.5 in (16.5 cm) forceps have 45° angled working tips\u003c\/strong\u003e with serrated gripping surfaces for handling the band during restorative procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer format gives clinicians some distance between the handles and the working end, while the textured stainless-steel handles provide a defined grip area. The 45° tip angle lets the instrument approach a band from the side rather than directly in line with the handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 16px 0 18px; padding: 14px 16px; border-left: 4px solid #0b5cab; background: #f6f8fb; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eWhy Clinicians Choose It\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA 45° working-end angle offers another approach to positioning a sectional matrix band, particularly when direct access is awkward. Clinicians who prefer a longer instrument get a little more working distance while retaining a straightforward manual forceps grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRELATED OPTIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #dbe4ef; border-radius: 8px; background: #f8fbff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrefer a shorter instrument?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe compact version offers the same 45° angled design with finer tip serrations: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sectional-matrix-band-forceps-45-degree-angled-13cm-5531n\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #0b5cab; font-weight: 500; text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5531N – Sectional Matrix Band Forceps – 45° Angled, 5.1 in (13 cm) →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #dbe4ef; border-radius: 8px; background: #f8fbff;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNeed matrix band and rubber dam clamp forceps together?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe two-instrument kit includes the shorter 13 cm matrix band forceps and separate #4-pattern rubber dam clamp forceps: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sectional-matrix-band-rubber-dam-clamp-forceps-kit-5531s\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #0b5cab; font-weight: 500; text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5531S – Sectional Matrix Band \u0026amp; Rubber Dam Clamp Forceps Kit – Set of 2 →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.35;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45° angled working tips\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provide an offset approach to positioning sectional matrix bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerrated gripping surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e – Offer textured contact for holding the band during placement and removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6.5 in (16.5 cm) overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e – A longer format for restorative matrix handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured grip areas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provide defined finger contact along the handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless-steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reusable forceps for restorative instrument trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSectional matrix band handling\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for band positioning and retrieval during restorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Power Dental Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45625276137622,"sku":"5531","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9538\/1398\/files\/sectional-matrix-band-forceps-45-degree-angled-16-5cm-5531.jpg?v=1791925465","url":"https:\/\/powerdentalgroup.com\/products\/sectional-matrix-band-forceps-45-degree-angled-16-5cm-5531","provider":"Power Dental Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}