Crile Wood Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide | TC Tip

The Crile Wood needle holder is a versatile and widely used surgical needle driver featuring a tungsten carbide (TC) serrated jaw insert for superior suture grip. Its fine tip design makes it the preferred needle holder across multiple plastic surgery disciplines.

Key Features

• Jaw Type: Tungsten carbide serrated fine tip for secure needle grip
• Variants: 4 size options to suit different suture gauges and depths
• Material: German stainless steel body with TC jaw insert
• SKU: AF-12.135 | Price: $22–$32

Clinical Use

The Crile Wood needle holder is used extensively in rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast surgery, facelift, and micro surgery for reliable suture placement. Its TC serrated jaw provides superior needle control without slippage, allowing precise suture positioning in both superficial and deep tissue layers.

Construction & Care

The Crile Wood needle holder body is constructed from German stainless steel with a precision-fitted tungsten carbide insert. Fully autoclavable at 134°C. The TC jaw should be inspected regularly for wear and jaw alignment to ensure consistent needle grip performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Crile Wood needle holder used for?
The Crile Wood needle holder is used for suture placement in plastic surgery procedures including rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, facelift, and breast surgery.

What does TC mean in Crile Wood needle holder?
TC stands for tungsten carbide — a hard metal insert in the jaw that provides superior grip on suture needles compared to standard stainless steel jaws.