Martin Langenbeck Elevator 5mm, 17cm

Clinical Application

This small Langenbeck-style elevator is designed for controlled elevation of periosteum and soft tissues during procedures requiring precise dissection in confined spaces. Common uses include creation and undermining of mucoperiosteal and subcutaneous flaps, gentle separation of soft tissue from bone, and local soft-tissue mobilization in oral/maxillofacial, ENT, plastic surgery and select general surgical procedures. The narrow 5 mm working tip facilitates access to tight anatomic sites such as the oral cavity, nasal cavity, and small bone surfaces.

Design & Configuration

The instrument's flat, spatulated working tip provides a blunt, broad surface for atraumatic elevation and distribution of pressure when mobilizing periosteum and soft tissues. At 17 cm overall length, the shaft offers sufficient reach into deeper surgical fields while maintaining tactile feedback and manual control. The single-ended configuration simplifies intraoperative ergonomics when a compact, dedicated elevator is required for delicate dissection in narrow operative corridors.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Elevator (Langenbeck pattern)
• Working tip width: 5 mm (spatulated, flat)
• Overall length: 17 cm
• Configuration: single-ended, hand-held
• Typical use: periosteal and soft-tissue elevation in oral/maxillofacial, ENT, plastic and general surgery
• Reusable: yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel designed for repeated use. The single-piece construction resists corrosion and is compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes including steam autoclave, supporting routine reprocessing and long-term value in instrument sets.

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