Alar retractors lift the nostril rim and alar cartilage to expose the lower lateral cartilages during open and closed rhinoplasty.
Alar Retractors We Supply
We supply Cottle alar cartilage, skin and double hooks, Cottle-Neivert retractors, Converse and Fomon alar retractors, Millard-Cottle retractors and Gubisch-Kilner alar hooks.
Why Buy from Gulmaher Surgico
Gulmaher Surgico is the manufacturer, not a reseller, so you buy alar retractors at factory prices. Every piece is hand-finished and inspected in our ISO 13485 and CE certified facility, supplied non-sterile and fully autoclavable. We ship to the USA and worldwide and accept bulk, custom and private-label (OEM) orders. Contact us for a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cottle double hook used for?
It retracts the alar rim during rhinoplasty so the surgeon can make intercartilaginous and marginal incisions.
Are single and double hooks both available?
Yes. Single, double and skin hooks are offered in several widths.
How should alar retractors be cleaned and sterilized?
Rinse off blood and debris straight after use, clean manually or in an ultrasonic cleaner with a neutral-pH detergent, rinse and dry thoroughly, then steam sterilize in an autoclave. Open ratchets and joints during cleaning and sterilization, and lubricate hinges with instrument milk to keep them working smoothly.
Can I order alar retractors with my own brand?
Yes. We offer private-label (OEM) manufacturing with laser marking of your brand name and catalog numbers, custom packaging, and custom patterns made from your drawings or samples. Contact us for minimum order quantities.








