McIvor mouth gag frame only

Clinical Application

This self-retaining McIvor-style mouth gag frame provides stable exposure of the oral cavity and oropharynx during otolaryngology and oral surgery procedures. It is used to maintain mouth opening and to support interchangeable blades and a tongue depressor for procedures such as tonsillectomy, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, transoral biopsy and base-of-tongue access. By securing soft tissues away from the surgical field, the frame facilitates visualization, instrumentation and airway management.

Design & Configuration

The open-frame geometry centers the oral aperture and provides unobstructed access to the oropharynx. A self-retaining ratchet-style mechanism allows the surgeon or assistant to lock and maintain a chosen degree of mouth opening without continuous manual retraction. The frame is configured to accept removable blades and a tongue depressor element, enabling rapid intraoperative changes in blade size or profile to suit patient anatomy and the specific exposure required.

Instrument Specifications

• Frame-only component: does not include blades or bite block
• Self-retaining ratchet/locking mechanism for stable mouth opening
• Intended for use in tonsillectomy, oropharyngeal surgery, and transoral procedures
• Surgical-grade stainless steel construction
• Reusable, designed for high-level disinfection and sterilization workflows

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated sterilization. The frame-only configuration permits pairing with institution-standard McIvor-style blades and tongue depressor components to create the complete gag assembly.

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