Overholt Periosteal Elevator 29.5cm

Clinical Application

Designed for controlled elevation of periosteum and mucoperiosteal flaps, this long-handled elevator enables access to deep or narrow surgical sites. Common applications include oral and maxillofacial procedures (tooth exposure, alveoloplasty, implant site preparation), ENT and rhinologic subperiosteal dissection, facial trauma repair, and plastic surgery where separation of soft tissue from bone is required. The narrow blade profile facilitates atraumatic subperiosteal dissection and precise plane development.

Design & Configuration

The extended 29.5 cm length provides reach into deeper cavities and posterior sites without excessive retraction or hand intrusion into the field. The narrow, spatulated blade concentrates lifting force along a small working edge for controlled, blunt elevation of periosteum from cortical bone. A long, rigid shaft preserves tactile feedback at the tip, allowing the surgeon to feel tissue resistance and limit inadvertent cortical injury. The overall geometry favors one-handed manipulation and improved visualization in confined operative corridors.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Periosteal elevator for subperiosteal dissection
• Pattern / model: Overholt periosteal elevator
• Configuration: Long-handled, narrow blade for deep access
• Length: 29.5 cm
• Typical use: Elevation of periosteum and mucoperiosteal flaps in oral/maxillofacial, ENT, plastic and selected orthopedic procedures
• Material & construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with a continuous, single-piece shaft and working blade to minimize crevices and facilitate cleaning and sterilization. Corrosion-resistant finish supports repeated autoclave cycles and routine instrument reprocessing. The reusable design is intended for long-term clinical service when maintained per facility reprocessing protocols.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy