Protect the Precision. Preserve the Performance.

Proper care and maintenance are essential to preserving the precision, functionality, appearance, and service life of orthodontic instruments. At Hexikon Orthodontic, our instruments are manufactured for professional use, and following appropriate cleaning, handling, sterilization, and storage procedures helps maintain their performance over time.

Always follow your facility’s validated cleaning and sterilization procedures, as well as applicable local regulations and instrument-processing guidelines.

Cleaning

Immediately after use, remove visible contaminants from the instrument to help prevent them from drying onto the surface.

  • Follow the cleaning procedure recommended by your healthcare facility.
  • Use appropriate instrument-cleaning solutions and equipment.
  • Avoid harsh chemicals or cleaning agents that may damage stainless steel surfaces.
  • Use suitable brushes and tools that will not scratch or damage the instrument.
  • Thoroughly rinse instruments after cleaning when required by the cleaning process.

Inspection

After cleaning and before sterilization, carefully inspect each instrument.

Check for:

  • Surface damage or corrosion
  • Cracks, deformation, or excessive wear
  • Loose or damaged components
  • Proper alignment of working surfaces
  • Smooth and correct operation of hinges and joints
  • Any visible residue or contamination

Instruments showing signs of damage, excessive wear, or malfunction should be removed from service and assessed by qualified personnel.

Lubrication

For instruments with joints or moving components, use an appropriate medical-grade instrument lubricant when required by the manufacturer’s or healthcare facility’s validated processing procedure.

Apply lubricant according to the product instructions and avoid excessive application.

Sterilization

Orthodontic instruments should be sterilized using a validated method appropriate for the instrument and in accordance with applicable healthcare and regulatory requirements.

Before sterilization:

  1. Ensure the instrument has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected.
  2. Position hinged instruments appropriately to allow effective processing.
  3. Follow the sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions.
  4. Use validated sterilization cycles suitable for the instrument.
  5. Allow instruments to dry properly before storage.

Important: Always refer to the applicable instructions for use and your facility’s validated sterilization protocol. Improper processing may affect instrument performance or cause damage.

Handling

Careful handling helps protect precision-engineered working surfaces.

  • Do not drop or throw instruments.
  • Avoid using orthodontic instruments for purposes other than their intended application.
  • Do not apply excessive force beyond the instrument’s intended function.
  • Protect delicate tips, cutting edges, and working surfaces from impact.
  • Avoid contact between instruments that could cause scratching or damage.

Storage

After cleaning, sterilization, and complete drying, store instruments in a clean and suitable environment.

Keep instruments:

  • Clean and completely dry
  • Protected from moisture and contamination
  • Organized to prevent contact damage
  • Stored in appropriate instrument trays, containers, or packaging
  • Away from corrosive chemicals and unsuitable environments

Maintaining Cutting Instruments

Cutting instruments require additional attention to preserve their cutting performance. Avoid cutting materials beyond the instrument’s intended application or capacity.

Regularly inspect cutting edges for wear, chips, deformation, or other damage. Instruments with compromised cutting performance should be evaluated and replaced when necessary.

Recommended Maintenance Routine

Clean → Inspect → Lubricate When Required → Sterilize → Dry → Store

Following a consistent maintenance routine helps preserve the quality and performance of your HEXIKON instruments throughout their service life.

Built for Professional Care

HEXIKON orthodontic instruments are engineered with quality materials, precision manufacturing, and expert finishing. Proper care ensures that the precision built into every instrument can be maintained through continued professional use.

For product-specific care or processing questions, please contact the Hexikon Orthodontic team.

HEXIKON Orthodontic

Engineered for Excellence.