Chisels - Osteotomes - Gouges
Chisels, Osteotomes, and Gouges
Chisels, osteotomes, and gouges are surgical instruments that are employed by surgeons to cut, carve, shape, or remove bones and other hard tissue during procedures like orthopedics, ENT, and reconstructive surgery. Their particular blade configurations allow for proper handling of the bone for maximum results.
What are the Main Types of Chisels, osteotomes, and gouges?
| Instrument | Configuration | Uses | Examples |
| Nasal Osteotome | Holds a straight or curved blade in various widths for nasal access. | For cutting and reshaping nasal bones. | Cottle Nasal Osteotome |
| Rhinoplasty Osteotome | Features a narrow, sharp blade for controlled nasal bone osteotomy. | For performing precise nasal bone cuts during rhinoplasty. | Cottle Rhinoplasty Osteotome |
| Cottle Chisel | Holds a sharp, straight blade available in multiple widths. | For cutting and reshaping nasal bone and septal structures. | Cottle Bone Chisel |
| Guarded Osteotome | Features a side guard designed to improve guidance and reduce lateral slippage. | For controlled endonasal osteotomy. | Neivert-Anderson Guarded Osteotome |
| Cottle Osteotome | Features a slender blade with graduated depth markings. | For nasal reconstructive procedures and lateral osteotomy. | Cottle 2–4 mm Osteotome |
| Tessier Osteotome | Features a specialized blade and handle for controlled bone cutting. | For craniofacial and reconstructive bone procedures. | Tessier Osteotome |
| Freer Septum Chisel | Features a broad, one-sided beveled cutting edge. | For cutting and reshaping the nasal septum. | Freer Septum Chisel |
| Cakir Chisel | Provides a specialized narrow cutting profile for controlled nasal bone work. | For rhinoplasty and nasal osteotomy applications. | Cakir Nasal Chisel |
| Surgical Gouge | Features a curved, concave cutting blade for scooping bone. | For removing or shaping bone in orthopedic procedures. | Curved Bone Gouge |
What are the key factors to Consider When Buying Chisels, osteotomes, and gouges?
The following factors should be considered while selecting chisels, osteotomes, and gouges:
- Blade, profile, style, and thickness
- Widths, shapes, and guarded or unguarded patterns
- Firm handle and mallet matching
- Dimensions, material, and reprocessing status
- Straight, curved, angled, or guarded osteotome configuration
- Geometry of the jaw and the pattern of the surface
- Standard German stainless steel or tungsten-carbide construction
- Manufacturer documentation and certifications
FAQs
Q1: What is an osteotome used for in rhinoplasty?
This tool makes smooth cuts in the nasal bone in a rhinoplasty osteotomy.
Q2: ‘Osteotome vs chisel difference’: what sets them apart?
An osteotome is a surgical instrument used to cut bone, and a chisel is a tool that cuts or shapes hard tissue.
Q3: What size osteotome for lateral osteotomy is recommended?
The optimum size is around 2 to 3 mm, according to the surgical technique.
Q4: Can I buy a rhinoplasty osteotome set?
Yes. You can get both, a separate osteotome and a ‘procedure-specific’ set.
Get chisels, osteotomes, and gouges online
New Med Instruments, a certified online surgical supply facility that manufactures surgical instruments, offers tools for various specialties. One of their offerings is the plastic category. This category discusses the main types and main factors for selecting chisels, osteotomes, and gouges. If you’re interested, contact us now!
Model: NM-DI-789368
Tebbetts Nasal OsteotomeNewmed® Tebbetts Nasal Osteotome is a must-have tool for accurate nasal bone adjustment during rhinoplasty operations. At 6 7/8" (17.5 cm) in length, its double-guarded blade prevents damage to contiguous skin, providing a clear reference point for predictable placement...
$86.70
Model: NMD45987
Tebbetts Rhinoplasty Nasal Osteotomes SetNewmed® Tebbetts Rhinoplasty Nasal Osteotomes Set of 8 Pcs is an advanced set of surgical instruments designed to offer surgeons precision, protection, and comfort while performing rhinoplasty surgery. The sharp-tipped design of every osteotome makes it extre..
$642.80
Model: NM-DI-786675
Tessier Maxillofacial OsteotomeNewmed® Tessier Maxillofacial Osteotome is a precision instrument designed to assist in the controlled cutting and reshaping of bone in maxillofacial surgery. It is designed for operations of the facial skeleton and provides for the accurate separation of bone segments..
$71.90
Model: NM-DI-786654
Tilley Nasal Gouge V-ShapedNewmed® Tilley Nasal Gouge V-Shaped Bayonet Style is one such specialized medical instrument used extensively in rhinoplasty surgeries for nasal bone or cartilage precise removal and shaping. With an overall length of 16.5 cm and a 6.0 mm tip, it offers maximum reach and c..
$69.00
Model: OR-OCE-05
Army Pattern Bone chiselNew Med® U.S. Army Pattern Bone chisel for bone removal and sculpting, U.S. Army-style chisel 16.5cm, 17cm, and 17.5cm. Surgical instruments come in many sizes. High-quality stainless steel makes the U.S. Army Pattern Bone Chisel strong, corrosion-resistant, and du..
$48.00
Model: NMFL251
Ultra Fine Osteotome Newmed® Ultra Fine Osteotome (Titanium Nitride Coated) is a precision surgical instrument set designed for accuracy and efficiency in delicate bone procedures. This complete set includes six sizes—2mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm—along with a mallet, all neatly organized ..
$259.00
Model: NM-DI-786677
Walter Nasal ChiselNewmed® Walter Nasal Chisel is an expertly crafted surgical instrument used across nasal reconstructive surgeries to shape and fine-tune bone structures with great accuracy. With its overall length being 19 cm, it offers remarkable reach and control, best suited for precise nasal ..
$49.00
Model: NM-DI-786678
Walter Nasal osteotomeNewmed® Walter Nasal Osteotome is a high-end, precise nasal reconstructive and rhinoplasty surgical instrument. Its 6.0 mm broad and 19 cm long profile gives surgeons sufficient accuracy and control necessary during fine bone recontouring and nasal structure manipulations. Its ..
$65.00
Model: NM-DI-786662
West Lacrimal Sac Chisel Newmed® West Lacrimal Sac Chisel is a valuable surgical tool used in performing Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) operations, meant to delicately chisel the thin lacrimal bone and open up the lacrimal sac, restoring proper tear flow into the nose. With a narrow-profile blade ..
$29.00