1.5 x 3 mm Tack and Emergency Tacks for the Resorbable Tack Systems 1.5 and 2.0 (line extension)

The Resorbable Tack System provides surgeons with a means for fast and simple fixation of resorbable plates to bone in craniofacial reconstruction and fracture repair. The tacks are also indicated for use in mandibular augmentation procedures by containing bone grafts using resorbable meshes or sheets. This line extension includes 1.5 x 3 mm Tacks for thinner pediatric bone and Emergency Tacks for the Systems 1.5 and 2.0, as well as a new 2.0 mm Tack Driver with Holding Sleeve, a 2.0 mm self-retaining Holding Sleeve and three new 2.0 mm Drill Bits.


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