Cartilage crushers

Cartilage crushers are surgical instruments used primarily in plastic and reconstructive surgery, especially in rhinoplasty (nose surgery), to flatten, reshape, or crush cartilage grafts. The purpose is to make the cartilage more pliable and easier to mold for precise grafting.

Key Features:

• Material: Usually made from high-grade stainless steel to ensure durability, resistance to corrosion, and ease of sterilization.

• Design: Typically consists of two hinged plates or jaws that apply even pressure to crush cartilage tissue.

• Variations: Available in different styles such as Morselizers, Bone-Cartilage Crushers, and Clamp-style crushers.

• Mechanism: Manual compression via handles or screws; some types use a spring-loaded or ratchet mechanism for controlled crushing.

Uses:

• Softening cartilage for contouring during nose reshaping.

• Creating thin, smooth grafts for better aesthetic and structural outcomes.

• Ensuring uniform thickness and pliability of graft material