HATE Tebbets Skin Hook v1 – Double Skin Hook

The HATE tebbets skin hook is a German-made self-retaining skin hook with two sharp, curved prongs, a long, slim tapered shaft and an ergonomic knurled handle. It gives the surgeon precise, gentle traction on skin and soft tissue in rhinoplasty, facial plastic surgery and other delicate procedures.

What Is a Tebbets Skin Hook?

Tebbets skin hooks (also spelled Tebbetts) are named after the American plastic surgeon Dr. John B. Tebbetts, known for his work in rhinoplasty and aesthetic surgery. Their main feature is the handle: it has a flat, angled slot that lets the team secure the hook to the drapes with a suture or a towel clamp. Once fixed, the tebbets skin hook holds the tissue open by itself, so it works as a self-retaining skin hook and frees the assistant’s hands.

The series includes single and double hooks with different prong spacings. The v1 model has two sharp prongs with a balanced spacing that holds the tissue steadily without being too wide for the nostril. [Confirm prong spacing with HATE.]

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Features of the HATE Tebbets Skin Hook

• Double sharp hook: two curved prongs for secure, atraumatic traction.
• Self-retaining design: the angled slot in the handle lets you fix the hook to the drapes.
• Long tapered shaft: keeps the hand away from the field and gives a clear view.
• Knurled grip zones: secure, non-slip control, even with wet gloves.
• Made in Germany: manufactured by HATE from German surgical stainless steel.
• Reusable: can be cleaned and autoclaved between procedures.

Clinical Uses of the Tebbets Skin Hook

The tebbets skin hook is suitable for:

• Retracting the nostril and alar rim in open and closed rhinoplasty.
• Holding the soft-tissue envelope during exposure of the nasal cartilages.
• Retracting skin flaps in facelift, blepharoplasty and ear surgery.
• Wound edge retraction during closure in general plastic surgery.

Why Choose a Self-Retaining Skin Hook?

In rhinoplasty and facial surgery, the surgeon often needs constant traction on a small area of skin for a long time. A hand-held hook depends on the assistant, and every small movement changes the exposure. A self-retaining skin hook fixed to the drapes keeps the same tension throughout the step. This gives a stable view, reduces trauma to the skin edges and lets the assistant help with other tasks. The sharp prongs of the tebbets skin hook engage the tissue with minimal pressure, which helps protect thin skin and delicate flaps.

How to Use the Tebbets Skin Hook

1. Place the prongs under the skin edge or flap with the points facing up.
2. Apply gentle traction in the direction needed for exposure.
3. For self-retaining use, pass a suture or towel clamp through the slot in the handle and fix it to the drapes.
4. Check the tension regularly and release the hook carefully at the end of the step.

German Quality from HATE

HATE is a German manufacturer of surgical instruments with a strong focus on plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Each instrument is forged or machined from high-grade material, hand-finished and checked by experienced instrument makers before it leaves the factory. The result is an instrument with a precise working end, a smooth surface that is easy to clean and a long working life when it is cared for correctly. Surgronic supplies the full HATE range to hospitals, private clinics and surgeons in Türkiye and abroad, with fast delivery and support from a team that knows surgical instruments.

Care and Sterilization

Rinse the hook immediately after use. Clean it with a soft brush or in an ultrasonic cleaner, paying attention to the knurled grip and the slot, then dry it completely. Sterilize it in an autoclave according to your facility’s validated protocol. Protect the sharp prongs during storage and inspect them before every use.

Specifications

• Brand: HATE (Germany)
• Model: Tebbets Skin Hook v1
• Hook: Double, sharp prongs
• Overall length: 15 cm
• Handle: knurled grip with angled slot for drape fixation
• Material: German surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: yes, autoclavable

Tebbets Skin Hook FAQ

What is the slot in the handle for?

It lets you secure the hook to the drapes with a suture or towel clamp, so it holds the tissue open without an assistant.

How is the v1 different from the v2–v5 models?

Each version has a different hook: v2 is a single hook, v3 a wide double hook, v4 a fine double hook and v5 a medium double hook. The v1 is a double hook with balanced prong spacing.

Is it supplied sterile?

No. Clean and sterilize the tebbets skin hook before first use.

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