Sonos Surgical™ – Rhinoplasty Products
Key Instruments Used In Rhinoplasty
Rasp
- Purpose: A tool similar to a file used for smoothing and reshaping the bone.
- Details: It is especially helpful for contouring the nasal bridge.
Surgical Scissors
- Purpose: Used for cutting tissue, cartilage, or sutures.
- Details: Specific scissors are designed for different types of cuts, whether it’s delicate tissue or thicker cartilage.
Scalpel (Surgical Knife)
- Purpose: Used for making precise incisions on the skin to access the nose structures.
- Details: The blade is typically very sharp, allowing for minimal tissue damage.
Rongeur
- Purpose: A clamping instrument with sharp jaws used to remove bone or cartilage.
- Details: Often used to shape or reduce the nasal bone during the surgery.
Osteotomes
- Purpose: Flat, chisel-like instruments used to cut or shape bone.
- Details: Osteotomes can be used to break or reshape nasal bones, especially when narrowing the nose or repositioning bones.
Elevators
- Purpose: Used to lift tissues, such as the nasal skin, from the underlying structures.
- Details: These instruments help separate soft tissues to expose cartilage or bone.
Sutures
- Purpose: Used to close the incisions after surgery.
- Details: The type of sutures used depends on whether dissolvable or non-dissolvable sutures are needed for closure.
Forceps
- Purpose: A tweezer-like tool used to grasp or hold tissues.
- Details: They are useful for controlling soft tissues or cartilage during the procedure.
Speculum
- Purpose: Used to open the nostrils for a better view of the nasal cavity.
- Details: This instrument helps the surgeon to visualize the nasal passages during surgery.
Nasal Splints
- Purpose: Applied after surgery to stabilize the nose and support the healing process.
- Details: These may be external or internal devices that help protect the nose from injury and maintain its shape.
Cautery Device
- Purpose: Used for cauterizing (sealing) blood vessels during surgery to reduce bleeding.
- Details: This tool helps minimize blood loss and facilitates a clear surgical field.
Surgical Drapes and Covers
- Purpose: These are used to cover the surgical area and reduce the risk of contamination.
- Details: Typically sterile, drapes help maintain a clean operating environment.
Surgical Suction (Vacuum)
- Purpose: Used to clear any blood or fluids from the surgical site.
- Details: The suction helps maintain visibility by keeping the nasal cavity clear during the procedure.
Grafting Instruments
- Purpose: Used when cartilage or bone grafts are required (e.g., from the septum, ear, or rib).
- Details: Grafting tools help shape and place the tissue grafts in the nose.
Nasal Packing
- Purpose: Used to control bleeding and support the nasal structures after surgery.
- Details: Nasal packing can be inserted into the nasal passages for a short period post-surgery.