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The 8″ Obwegeser Mandibular Periosteal Stripper 7mm is a specialized oral and maxillofacial surgical instrument designed for controlled elevation of the periosteum and associated soft tissues from the mandibular bone. It is particularly suited to procedures where clear exposure of the mandibular surface is required for surgical access, visualization, or bone manipulation.
The instrument follows the Obwegeser pattern commonly associated with mandibular and maxillofacial surgery. Its elongated 8-inch design provides extended reach into the oral surgical field while helping the surgeon maintain controlled hand positioning. The 7mm working width offers a focused tissue-elevating surface suitable for controlled periosteal dissection and elevation.
During mandibular procedures, careful elevation of the periosteum is important for exposing the underlying bone while limiting unnecessary tissue disruption. The Obwegeser Mandibular Periosteal Stripper provides a firm working surface that can be advanced along the bone to help separate the periosteal layer and improve access to the operative area. It may be used in procedures involving mandibular exposure, osteotomy, fixation, reconstruction, and other appropriate maxillofacial applications.
The 8-inch length can be especially useful when working within the oral cavity or around deeper mandibular structures where additional instrument reach is beneficial. Its design allows the clinician to apply controlled pressure while maintaining tactile feedback through the handle and shaft. The 7mm working end provides a balance between localized tissue elevation and practical coverage of the surgical field.
This mandibular periosteal stripper is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, providing the strength and durability required for repeated professional use. The stainless-steel construction also offers resistance to corrosion when the instrument is properly cleaned, dried, sterilized, and maintained. Its reusable design makes it suitable for maxillofacial operating rooms, oral surgery clinics, hospitals, and surgical instrument sets.
The instrument can complement other maxillofacial instruments such as mandibular retractors, bone elevators, osteotomes, chisels, bone holding forceps, and fixation instruments. Its primary role is tissue and periosteal elevation rather than bone cutting, allowing it to serve as part of a complete mandibular exposure and surgical preparation set.
Proper handling is important to preserve the working edge and surface of the stripper. Following use, the instrument should be promptly cleaned to remove blood and tissue residues, inspected for damage or deformation, and sterilized according to the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-processing protocol and applicable manufacturer instructions.
With its 8-inch length, 7mm working width, and Obwegeser pattern, this mandibular periosteal stripper provides a practical solution for controlled periosteal elevation and mandibular exposure in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Key Features
- Obwegeser pattern mandibular periosteal stripper
- Designed for maxillofacial and oral surgery
- 8-inch overall length
- 7mm working width
- Suitable for controlled periosteal elevation
- Helps expose mandibular bone during surgery
- Provides useful reach within the oral surgical field
- Supports controlled soft tissue and periosteal dissection
- Typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable with proper cleaning and sterilization
- Durable construction for professional surgical use
- Suitable for mandibular surgical instrument sets
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 8″ Obwegeser Mandibular Periosteal Stripper 7mm |
| Instrument Type | Mandibular Periosteal Stripper |
| Pattern | Obwegeser |
| Length | 8 inches |
| Working Width | 7mm |
| Specialty | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery |
| Primary Application | Periosteal and soft tissue elevation |
| Surgical Area | Mandible / Oral Cavity |
| Material | Surgical-grade stainless steel |
| Reusable | Yes |
| Sterilization | Validated clinical sterilization protocol |
| Finish | Standard surgical instrument finish |
FAQs
1. What is the 8″ Obwegeser Mandibular Periosteal Stripper used for?
It is designed for controlled elevation and separation of periosteal and soft tissue from the mandibular bone during appropriate oral and maxillofacial procedures.
2. What does the 7mm specification refer to?
The 7mm specification refers to the working width of the instrument’s tissue-elevating end.
3. Why is the instrument 8 inches long?
The 8-inch length provides additional reach and allows controlled access when working within the oral cavity and around the mandible.
4. Is this instrument suitable for mandibular surgery?
Yes. It is designed for mandibular exposure and periosteal elevation in appropriate maxillofacial and oral surgical procedures.
5. Is the Obwegeser periosteal stripper reusable?
Yes. It is typically manufactured as a reusable surgical instrument and should be properly cleaned, inspected, and sterilized after each use.
6. What material is this mandibular stripper made from?
It is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
7. How should the instrument be sterilized?
The instrument should be cleaned and sterilized using the healthcare facility’s validated instrument-processing protocol and applicable manufacturer instructions.