Description

The Joseph Double Skin Hook is a small retractor used to lift and hold skin or superficial soft tissue during delicate procedures. The two hooks give the instrument a steadier hold than a single-point hook, making it useful in plastic, reconstructive, facial, and dermatologic surgery, including procedures such as rhinoplasty.

The working end has two fine hooks with a combined width of 10 mm. Having two points of contact helps keep the tissue in position while the surgeon works around it. The broader span also spreads the pull across a wider area rather than concentrating it at one small point.

At 16 cm (6¼”), the instrument is long enough to give the hand some working distance while remaining easy to position. The knurled handle has a textured surface that helps prevent the fingers from slipping when the hook is being held in place. Its slender shape also leaves the area around the working end relatively open, which is useful when the surgeon needs a clear view of the tissue.

The double-hook arrangement can be useful for lifting a skin edge and maintaining exposure during dissection, suturing, or other work beneath the retracted tissue. It is particularly suited to procedures where a small amount of stable retraction is needed rather than the wider exposure provided by a larger retractor.

Made from premium surgical-grade stainless steel, the instrument is intended for repeated surgical use. The material provides durability and corrosion resistance and is suitable for routine cleaning and sterilization. The hooks, handle, and overall finish are inspected to ensure the instrument is properly formed and ready for use.

With its 10 mm double-hook working end, knurled handle, and 16 cm length, the Joseph Double Skin Hook provides a compact way to maintain controlled skin retraction during delicate surgical procedures.