Converse Alar Retractor Double Ended

The Converse Alar Retractor Double Ended is a solid one-piece instrument, so its performance comes from blade geometry and handle ergonomics. The working blade is specified as 10 mm wide opening ($49.00) or 14 mm wide opening on opposite end ($54.00), which spreads retraction force over a wider contact area and reduces point pressure on tissue. The handle is slim, flat central handle with non-slip tactile grip grooves, giving a secure, fatigue-resistant grip through long exposures. An overall length of 4″ (10.2 cm) compact profile keeps the surgeon's hand clear of the operative field. It is made from surgical-grade stainless steel (aisi 304/410) for glare-free, corrosion-resistant service.

The Converse Alar Retractor Double Ended is used in rhinoplasty to hook and retract the alar rim and nasal wing, exposing the lower lateral cartilages for trimming, suturing, or grafting.

It is indicated for open and closed rhinoplasty, septoplasty, alar base reduction, composite graft placement, and nasal cleft deformity corrections.

The instrument is forged from high-grade surgical stainless steel with an anti-glare satin matte finish that eliminates optical reflections under surgical operating lights and loupes.

Yes. The entire Converse Alar Retractor Double Ended is 100% reusable and fully validated for pre-vacuum steam autoclave cycles (134°C / 273°F).

Because this is a one-piece double-ended handheld instrument, each configuration is sold as a standalone unit. Clinics can order both 10 mm and 14 mm opening variants to complete their rhinoplasty sets.

Yes. Retractor Maker provides custom hook depths, modified shaft widths, and laser marking for hospital asset tracking upon request.

In-stock instruments take 5 business days to inspect and dispatch, followed by 7 business days for worldwide express delivery. Back-order units take 17 to 20 business days to manufacture and 9 business days for delivery.