Tongue plate for "McIvor" 27x95mm, Fig.1

Clinical Application

This tongue plate is intended for use with a McIvor-style mouth gag to retract and support the tongue during oropharyngeal and transoral procedures. The broad plate provides a stable platform to displace the tongue anteriorly and laterally as required, improving surgical exposure for tonsillectomy, base-of-tongue surgery, pharyngeal procedures and laryngoscopic access while helping to protect the dorsal tongue surface from focal pressure and trauma.

Design & Configuration

The 27x95 mm rectangular plate offers a wide contact area to distribute retraction forces across the dorsal tongue, reducing localized pressure points. The plate is configured to mount to a McIvor gag frame (Fig.1 compatibility), allowing controlled anterior displacement and stabilization of the tongue. The geometry supports unobstructed line-of-sight into the oropharynx and facilitates instrument access for the operative team.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Tongue plate for McIvor mouth gag
• Pattern / model: McIvor (Fig.1)
• Configuration: Flat rectangular plate sized for broad tongue contact
• Size: 27x95 mm
• Typical use: Oropharyngeal retraction and exposure in ENT and transoral procedures
• Construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for smooth contact with soft tissue, the plate is designed for repeated clinical use and standard sterilization cycles. The robust construction ensures dimensional stability when mounted to a McIvor gag frame and ease of cleaning 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