Hargis Anterior Border Stripper, 18.5cm — Overview

The Hargis Anterior Border Stripper (S27-177-18) is an 18.5cm instrument used in mandibular surgery to strip periosteum and soft tissue from the anterior border of the mandibular ramus, a specific step in orthognathic and mandibular osteotomy procedures, part of the broader Hargis maxillofacial instrument family in this range.

Purpose-Built for the Anterior Border

The anterior border of the mandibular ramus is a specific anatomical landmark that must be cleanly exposed before certain mandibular osteotomies, particularly sagittal split ramus osteotomy, can be safely performed. A dedicated stripper instrument, shaped specifically for this border, allows more efficient and controlled soft-tissue clearance along this landmark than a general-purpose periosteal elevator would provide.

Clinical Use

This instrument is used in orthognathic surgery, specifically mandibular ramus osteotomy procedures, for exposing the anterior border of the ramus as a defined surgical step.

Material and Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and hand-finished in Sialkot, Pakistan, with a shaped working edge designed to track the anterior border's specific anatomical contour.

Sterilization and Care

Fully autoclavable and intended for repeated reuse. The working edge should be inspected before each use for nicks or burrs that could tear periosteum during stripping.

Ordering

The Hargis Anterior Border Stripper, 18.5cm, SKU S27-177-18, is supplied by Scatter Instruments to hospitals, orthognathic and maxillofacial surgery centers, and distributors internationally, with bulk pricing and OEM or private-label branding available on request.