Description
Bone Spreading Osteotomes, Soft Bone
A bone spreading osteotome widens an osteotomy by pushing bone aside rather than drilling it away. This soft bone series targets less dense sites. There, trabecular bone yields to steady pressure. Because the tips step up in small increments, the surgeon opens the site gradually and stops at the planned diameter.
Six Tips, Sized for a Stepwise Sequence
The tips measure 2.0, 2.7, 3.25, 3.8, 4.5 and 5.0 mm. Typically, the 2.0 mm instrument follows the pilot drill. Next, each larger tip enlarges the channel a little further. So a full set walks the site up one size at a time. Meanwhile, a partial set suits a clinic that places few implant diameters.
Straight Versus Offset Shaft
Every tip size comes in two shapes. The Straight version keeps the working end in line with the handle. That suits the anterior maxilla, where access is direct. The Offset version angles the shaft, so the handle clears the opposing teeth when you work further back. Many offices therefore stock both shapes in the sizes they use most.
Why a Soft Bone Version
Spreading relies on the bone giving way. For that reason, this series is aimed at softer sites, while dense bone usually calls for drilling or a different instrument. Also, the clinician controls the force with a mallet or hand pressure, according to training and the case.
Inspection and Coverage
Each spreader is surgical stainless steel, and a US inspector looks over every tip diameter before packing. Your spreaders arrive non-sterile; scrub the tips and sterilize the set ahead of the first ridge. Each straight or offset spreader carries cover for three years against manufacturing defects at the tip and shaft.
The steel follows the ASTM F899 specification. See more osteotomes, pair narrow ridges with a ridge splitting chisel, or check the FAQ page for order questions.
Sold for use by trained implant clinicians only. Our sterilization notes and delivery times are worth a look before surgery day.
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