Micross Curve Max launch at IOS Vienna 2026

Introducing the Micross Curve Max at IOS Vienna

At the International Osteology Symposium (IOS) in Vienna, April 23–25, Geistlich introduced the Micross Curve Max, the latest addition to the Micross family of dental bone scrapers.

Developed for clinicians performing manual autogenous bone harvesting in narrow intraoral areas, the Micross Curve Max combines a minimally invasive design with increased harvesting efficiency, making it particularly suitable for small periodontal and peri-implant defects.¹

Designed for Minimally Invasive Manual Bone Harvesting

The Micross Curve Max is a single-use bone scraper designed for minimally invasive manual bone harvesting. With an external diameter of only 5 mm, it is optimised for collecting small quantities of cortical bone in confined anatomical areas. ¹

Minimally Invasive Bone Harvesting in Narrow Spaces

The slim design supports a minimally invasive surgical approach and helps reduce invasiveness at the donor site while maintaining procedural control. ¹

Increased Bone Volume with the Micross Curve Max

A key differentiator of the Micross Curve Max is its ability to harvest 20% more bone volume compared to the classic Micross Curve. ¹

Harvest More Bone While Limiting the Donor Site

This increase in harvested bone volume is achieved through a patented dual‑groove blade design, derived from the Safescraper Volumizer technology. The higher harvesting efficiency helps clinicians work faster while minimising the required donor site area—an important aspect in autogenous bone harvesting. ¹

Dual-Groove Blade for Increased Bone Surface Area

In addition to higher volume, the Micross Curve Max blade design increases the specific surface area of the harvested bone chips.¹

Smaller Bone Fragments with Increased Surface Area

The dual grooves divide the bone flakes into at least two parts, maximising their specific surface. The increased surface area is associated with improved conditions for cellular adhesion and osteogenic factor release, which are relevant for new bone formation during graft healing.^2,3

Improved Access with an Ergonomic Curved Design

The Micross Curve Max features a 27° bent tip, supporting easy access to challenging intraoral sites.¹

Easy Handling in Hard-to-Reach Areas

The curved design facilitates bone harvesting in retromandibular, palatal, and other difficult-to-access areas, while preserving the familiar Micross handling. Bone shavings are retrieved using the established Micross mechanism by unlocking the green lock and advancing the chamber.¹

Manual Bone Harvesting with Patient Comfort in Mind

As a manual bone harvesting device, the Micross Curve Max preserves the vitality of cortical bone cells.⁴ Its single-use design ensures consistent cutting performance and avoids cross-contamination of harvested bone.

By combining increased harvested volume, greater bone chip surface area, and a minimally invasive approach, the Micross Curve Max supports efficient workflows while considering patient comfort.

References

1. Data on File. META Technologies s.r.l., Reggio Emilia, Italy.
2. Pallesen L et al.: Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants 2002; 17(4): 498–506. (Pre-clinical study)
3. Asparuhova MB et al.: Int J Oral Sci 2018; 10(20): 72–80. (In vitro study)
4. Bacci C et al.: Clin Oral Impl Res 2011; 22: 600–05. (Clinical study)