Clinical Application
Designed for otolaryngology and oral/maxillofacial procedures that require precise access to the maxillary antrum, this up-cut antral punch is used to create controlled fenestrations in the antral wall and to remove small bony fragments or tissue. The 3.0 mm bite diameter is intended for confined operative corridors where a small, accurate opening is required—for example during antral puncture, limited antrostomy, or targeted removal of isolated bone during open or endoscopic-assisted approaches.
Design & Configuration
The tool uses an up-cut (upward cutting) cup-style geometry that concentrates cutting force at a 3.0 mm circular bite. This configuration allows the surgeon to obtain a precise bite with tactile feedback and to lift the excised fragment into the cup for controlled extraction. The small diameter bite minimizes collateral bone removal and is useful in areas with limited exposure or close proximity to adjacent anatomic structures.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Punch for antral/maxillary use
- Pattern / model: Citelli antrum punch
- Configuration: Up-cut (upcutting) action
- Tip / jaw pattern: Circular cup cutting bite, 3.0 mm
- Typical surgical use: Controlled fenestration and removal of small bony fragments in the maxillary antrum
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for precision cutting. The cup-style bite is ground to provide a sharp cutting edge appropriate for bone work at a small diameter. The instrument is designed for repeated sterilization and reprocessing in standard hospital sterilization workflows.
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