Product Overview

The 739 Double-Ended Punctal Dilator is a highly versatile ophthalmic microsurgical instrument designed to progressively expand the lacrimal punctum and proximal canaliculus for diagnostic probing, syringing, or punctal plug insertion. This “beast” integrates an ultra-sharp, short-range 13mm taper on one end and a sharp, extended-reach 17mm gradual taper on the opposing end. Forged from high-tensile surgical steel, its smooth geometric gradients ensure a “liquid-smooth” entry, providing a secure “dead-lock” on tissue margins to widen the lacrimal pathway uniformly without losing clinical momentum.

Dual-Taper Efficiency

By combining two technique-specific lengths onto a single centralized handle, this instrument optimizes the lacrimal workflow without requiring mid-procedure tool swapping:

• 13mm Taper End: Engineered for rapid, high-impact radial expansion. This shorter, steeper gradient provides immediate mechanical authority to overcome highly fibrotic, pin-point, or severely stenosed surface strictures.

• 17mm Taper End: Forged with an extended, gradual slope. This long-reach profile allows for deep, non-traumatic canalicular dilation, safely preparing the horizontal tract for continuous probing or plug placement.

Key Features

• Dual-Ended Clinical Efficiency: Combines two distinct dilation gradients into one tool. This minimizes instrument hand-offs, keeping your clinical focus entirely on the delicate canalicular architecture.

• “Beast-Bite” Continuous Tapering: Both hand-polished shafts transition from ultra-fine micro-sharp tips to their maximum diameter with zero geometric steps or ridges, preventing abrupt tissue resistance.

• Atraumatic Satin Finish: The working tapers feature a flawless, micro-smoothed finish. This guarantees a “liquid-smooth” advancement through the sensitive canalicular mucosa, eliminating painful friction and minimizing the risk of secondary punctal tearing.

• Ergonomic Balanced Handle: Designed with a solid, textured central grip that provides superior weight distribution, ensuring the instrument remains completely stationary in the hand during precise vertical-to-horizontal rotation.

• Surgical-Grade Resilience: Manufactured from premium, hardened stainless steel. It is built to maintain its ultra-fine tip alignments and smooth tapering surfaces through thousands of high-heat sterilization cycles.