The 7 ½” Obwegeser Rasp Flat Medium is designed for surgeons who require controlled bone contouring and smoothing during oral, maxillofacial, reconstructive, and related surgical procedures. Its flat working profile provides a broad, practical surface for refining bone contours according to the requirements of the procedure and the surgeon’s preferred technique.
With an overall length of 7 ½ inches, this Obwegeser rasp provides a useful combination of working access and maneuverability. The medium configuration offers a balanced working profile for procedures where controlled bone refinement is required without relying on a larger or more aggressive rasp design.
The flat shape of the working end allows the surgeon to work along relatively broad or accessible bone surfaces. It can be used for gradual contouring and smoothing movements where controlled removal or refinement of bone is required. The instrument is intended to complement other maxillofacial and bone-contouring instruments within a surgical set.
The Obwegeser Rasp is particularly suited to oral and maxillofacial surgery, including procedures involving bone contouring and reshaping. Its application should be determined by the qualified surgeon based on the anatomical area, surgical objective, and technique being performed.
The instrument’s 7 ½-inch length supports comfortable handling while providing useful reach into the operative field. Its straightforward design allows controlled manipulation and positioning during surgery. The flat medium working configuration also makes it a practical option for surgical teams maintaining specialized maxillofacial instrument trays.
Manufactured for professional medical use, the rasp is intended to provide dependable handling when properly used and maintained. The working surface should be protected from unnecessary impact or contact with other instruments that could affect its functional condition.
When supplied as a reusable surgical instrument, proper cleaning and sterilization are essential after each procedure. The rasp should be thoroughly cleaned using validated procedures appropriate for the instrument, with particular attention to the working surface. It should then be inspected for wear, damage, corrosion, or other abnormalities before sterilization and reuse.
Sterilization should always be performed according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s established infection-control protocol. Appropriate handling, storage, and routine inspection can help preserve the working surface and extend the service life of the instrument.
The 7 ½” Obwegeser Rasp Flat Medium combines a practical length with a flat, medium-profile working design for controlled bone contouring and smoothing. It is a useful addition to professional oral and maxillofacial surgical instrument collections where precise bone refinement and dependable handling are required.
Key Features
- 7 ½-inch overall length
- Obwegeser surgical rasp design
- Flat working profile
- Medium configuration
- Designed for bone contouring and smoothing
- Suitable for oral and maxillofacial procedures
- Supports controlled bone refinement
- Practical length for surgical handling
- Suitable for professional surgical environments
- Designed for controlled instrument manipulation
- Reusable when supplied as a reusable instrument
- Requires appropriate cleaning and sterilization procedures
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Obwegeser Rasp |
| Overall Length | 7 ½ inches |
| Working Profile | Flat |
| Size | Medium |
| Instrument Type | Surgical Bone Rasp |
| Primary Specialty | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery |
| Application | Bone Contouring & Smoothing |
| Reusable | Depending on supplied configuration |
| Sterilization | Follow validated manufacturer instructions |
| Intended Use | Professional surgical use |
FAQs
1. What is the 7 ½” Obwegeser Rasp used for?
It is designed for controlled bone contouring, smoothing, and refinement during oral, maxillofacial, and related surgical procedures.
2. What does “Flat Medium” mean?
“Flat” describes the profile of the working end, while “Medium” identifies the stated size or configuration of the rasp.
3. What is the overall length of this rasp?
The Obwegeser Rasp has an overall length of 7 ½ inches.
4. Is this rasp suitable for maxillofacial surgery?
Yes. It is designed for professional applications in oral and maxillofacial surgery where bone contouring or smoothing is required.
5. Can this rasp be used for bone smoothing?
Yes. Its flat working profile is designed to support controlled bone refinement and smoothing according to the surgeon’s technique.
6. Is the Obwegeser Rasp reusable?
It may be supplied as a reusable surgical instrument. Reprocessing should follow the manufacturer’s validated cleaning and sterilization instructions.
7. How should the rasp be maintained?
The instrument should be cleaned after use, inspected for wear or damage, and stored appropriately to protect its working surface.
8. How should it be sterilized?
When supplied as reusable, sterilization should be performed according to validated manufacturer instructions and the healthcare facility’s established sterilization protocol.
