Clinical Application
Designed for targeted application and localized absorption in confined operative fields, this long cotton applicator is used to apply antiseptics, anesthetic gels, hemostatic agents, and topical medications, as well as to remove small volumes of blood, serous fluid, or debris. The 28 cm length provides access into deeper cavities and narrow anatomical corridors encountered in ENT, oral/maxillofacial, minor soft-tissue and reconstructive procedures, or during intraoperative field preparation and wound care.
Design & Configuration
The instrument's long, slender shaft terminates in a single, tightly packed absorbent cotton tip to deliver precise, controlled contact with mucosal and soft-tissue surfaces. The extended length improves reach and ergonomics when working in deep or recessed areas while preserving manual control and tactile feedback. The single-ended configuration facilitates directed application or focal absorption without obstructing the operative field.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Cotton applicator
- Pattern / model: Fein
- Configuration: Long, slender shaft with single absorbent cotton tip
- Length or size: 28 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Absorbent cotton tip
- Typical surgical use: Application of topical agents, localized absorption, packing and field preparation in ENT, oral/maxillofacial and minor surgical procedures
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
The applicator combines a slender handling shaft with an absorbent cotton tip to permit focused application and fluid control. The design supports reuse and handling consistent with standard sterile processing practices; the cotton tip provides high absorbency while maintaining gentle contact with tissues.
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