Miller Cotton Pliers

Miller Cotton Pliers for Surgical and Clinical Use

Miller Cotton Pliers are a dependable hand instrument for grasping, holding, and maneuvering cotton pledgets, gauze, and small dressings during surgical and clinical procedures. Their slender, curved jaws and ring handle give clinicians controlled access in confined areas, making them useful for packing, cleaning, and applying pressure in operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, and clinics. Built for repeated sterilization and routine handling, they support efficient workflows across general surgery, wound care, and minor procedures. This page summarizes practical use cases, key specifications, and care guidance so your team can select and maintain the right instrument for daily practice.

• Grasping and positioning cotton pledgets or gauze during wound cleaning and dressing changes
• Packing or applying pressure in confined surgical fields where access is limited
• Holding small dressings during minor procedures in clinics and ambulatory surgery centers
• Assisting with hemostasis by applying controlled pressure with cotton materials
• Supporting general operating room tasks that require delicate grasping and retrieval

• Clean and sterilize according to your facility's validated reprocessing instructions before and after each use
• Inspect jaws and hinges regularly for alignment, wear, or damage; remove from service if compromised
• Lubricate hinges with instrument-grade lubricant as recommended by your sterilization protocol
• Store in a clean, dry environment to protect tips and prevent corrosion

For professional use only. Follow your facility's policies and manufacturer instructions for sterilization and handling.