Tongue Plate for Kilner Doughty Gag Fig.1

Clinical Application

This tongue plate is an accessory intended to mount to the Fig.1 carrier of a Kilner–Doughty mouth gag to stabilize and depress the tongue during procedures of the oropharynx. When used with the gag frame and suspension system it improves exposure of the tonsillar fossae, soft palate and posterior pharynx for tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy and related ENT or oral surgery procedures. The broad contact surface limits focal pressure on the tongue while maintaining a consistent working field for the operating surgeon.

Design & Configuration

The plate features a contoured, low-profile geometry to conform to the anterior tongue and oropharyngeal curvature, providing atraumatic support and minimizing tissue compression. Its broad, smooth contact area distributes pressure across the tongue to reduce risk of localized ischemia and soft-tissue trauma. The configuration is engineered to seat securely on the Fig.1 carrier, maintaining stable positioning throughout the case without obstructing instrument access to the tonsillar and pharyngeal regions.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Tongue plate accessory
• Pattern / model: Kilner Doughty Gag Fig.1
• Configuration: Contoured tongue-support plate compatible with Fig.1 carrier
• Tip / jaw pattern: Smooth, broad contact surface
• Typical surgical use: Oropharyngeal retraction and tongue stabilization (tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, oropharyngeal procedures)
• Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a smooth, serviceable finish to facilitate cleaning and repeated use. Constructed for durability and to withstand routine sterilization cycles as part of a reusable instrument set. The smooth surface minimizes tissue adherence and eases decontamination between cases.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy