Kistler Anthelix Cartilage Rasp

The Kistler Anthelix Cartilage Rasp is a specialized otoplasty instrument designed for shaping the cartilage of the antihelical fold in prominent ear correction surgery. Its slender, curved design and finely serrated or abrasive surface allow the surgeon to gently score, abrade, or weaken the cartilage on the anterior surface. This controlled abrasion allows the cartilage to bend more easily, enabling the creation of a new, natural-looking antihelical fold without cutting through the cartilage, which is a key technique in many cartilage-sparing otoplasty procedures.

Key Features:

Slender, curved design for accessing and abrading the anterior surface of the auricular cartilage.
Used to score and weaken cartilage for folding in prominent ear correction (otoplasty).
Enables cartilage-sparing techniques, reducing the risk of sharp edges or irregularities.
Creates a smooth, natural antihelical fold by allowing the cartilage to bend rather than break.
An essential instrument for plastic and reconstructive surgeons performing aesthetic ear surgery.
Provides precise control for gradual cartilage modification.