Osteotomes

In ENT rhinology, osteotomes are precision surgical instruments used to cut or reshape bone during nasal and sinus procedures. Typically resembling a chisel with a sharp, beveled edge, osteotomes are essential tools in septorhinoplasty, nasal reconstruction, and sinus surgery for tasks such as:

• Performing osteotomies (controlled bone cuts) to reposition nasal bones during cosmetic or functional nasal surgery.

• Accessing the frontal sinus or correcting bony deformities in the nasal septum.

• Assisting in removal of bone spurs or reshaping the nasal framework to improve airway function or appearance.

They come in various sizes and angles to accommodate specific anatomical needs and are often used with a surgical mallet to deliver controlled force. Their use ensures precise bone manipulation with minimal trauma to surrounding soft tissue structures.