Surgical Scissors for Clinics, Hospitals, and Professional Buyers

Surgical Scissors: Types, Patterns & How to Choose

Surgical scissors are precision cutting instruments used to divide tissue, cut sutures, and dissect between tissue planes. Different procedures call for different patterns — heavy dissecting scissors for tough tissue, fine tenotomy and iris scissors for delicate work, angled nasal and vascular scissors for confined spaces, and dedicated suture and stitch-removal scissors. NJ Medical Instruments manufactures the full range in surgical-grade stainless steel — including SuperCut blades and tungsten-carbide patterns that hold a sharper edge for longer — supplied worldwide direct from the factory for individual purchase and for bulk, wholesale, and OEM/private-label supply.

The main types of surgical scissors

Dissecting scissors (Mayo and Metzenbaum types) separate and cut tissue. Mayo patterns are heavier for tough tissue and sutures; Metzenbaum patterns are finer for delicate dissection.

SuperCut scissors have one razor-honed blade and a micro-serrated blade, giving a noticeably sharper, cleaner cut than standard scissors — ideal for fine, controlled work.

Tenotomy, eye & blepharoplasty scissors are small, fine-tipped instruments for ophthalmic and delicate soft-tissue procedures.

Nasal, vascular & face-lift scissors are shaped and angled to work in confined or specialised fields such as rhinoplasty, vascular anastomosis, and aesthetic surgery.

Suture & stitch-removal scissors — including Spencer stitch scissors — have a hooked notch to lift and cut sutures cleanly during removal.

Which surgical scissors do you need?

Shop surgical scissors by type

Browse each range and buy individually, or request bulk pricing:

• SuperCut Scissors
• Dissecting Scissors
• Tenotomy Scissors & Eye Scissors
• Nasal Scissors & Vascular Scissors
• Face-lift Scissors & Blepharoplasty Scissors
• Operating Scissors
• Suture & Suture-Carrying Scissors

All manufactured in surgical-grade stainless steel to international standards, reusable and autoclavable, with worldwide shipping.

Bulk, wholesale & OEM supply for surgical scissors

As a direct manufacturer, NJ Medical Instruments supplies surgical scissors in bulk and wholesale quantities to hospitals, surgical centres, and distributors, and produces OEM / private-label scissors — including SuperCut and tungsten-carbide patterns — to custom specifications and laser marking. Contact us by email at info@njmedicalinstruments.com or by WhatsApp for volume pricing — no minimum-order barriers, no middlemen.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Mayo and Metzenbaum scissors?

Mayo scissors are heavier, with thicker blades for cutting tough tissue and sutures. Metzenbaum scissors are lighter and finer, designed for delicate dissection of softer tissue. Both come in straight and curved patterns.

What are SuperCut scissors?

SuperCut scissors have one razor-honed blade paired with a micro-serrated blade. This combination grips tissue while cutting, giving a sharper, cleaner, more controlled cut than standard scissors, and they are usually marked with a black handle ring.

What are tungsten carbide scissors?

Tungsten carbide scissors have hard tungsten-carbide cutting edges bonded to the blades. They stay sharper far longer than standard stainless steel and are usually identified by gold-coloured handles.

What are Spencer stitch scissors used for?

Spencer stitch scissors are small suture-removal scissors with a hooked notch in one blade that slips under a stitch to lift and cut it cleanly without dragging the tissue.

Are curved or straight scissors better?

Straight scissors give more cutting power and control for sutures and tough tissue, while curved scissors give better visibility of the tip and follow contours during dissection. Most surgical sets include both.

Do you supply surgical scissors in bulk or for OEM / private label?

Yes. As a direct manufacturer we supply all surgical scissors in bulk and wholesale quantities and offer OEM / private-label production, including SuperCut and tungsten-carbide patterns, to custom specifications. Contact us by email or WhatsApp for volume pricing.