Location
1106 Monroe Street, Bedford, VA 24523
Category
Description
A Whitehead mouth opener is a self-retaining retractor made from medical-grade stainless steel. It features:
- Curved side arms (the frame): These rest along the cheeks and create a stable arch around the mouth.
- Rake or blade attachments: Small, rounded prongs or blades that rest against the teeth or gums to gently separate the jaws.
- Tongue retraction element: A central crossbar or removable tongue blade helps keep the tongue down and out of the operative field.
- Ratchets or spring tension: Allow gradual opening and reliable hold without continuous hand pressure.
Because it’s self-retaining, the Whitehead frees the assistant’s hands for suction, hemostasis, or instrument passing—huge efficiency in tight quarters.
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