Mayo Tongue Depressor 17cm

Clinical Application

Provides controlled retraction and stabilization of the tongue and oropharyngeal tissues to improve exposure during inspection, suturing, foreign-body removal, minor intraoral procedures, and assistance with airway management or scope introduction. The rigid blade distributes pressure over a broad surface to minimize focal tissue trauma while permitting direct visualization and instrument access to the posterior oral cavity.

Design & Configuration

The flat, rigid blade geometry delivers firm, even depression with tactile control for the operator. At 17 cm overall length the instrument offers additional reach compared with shorter depressors, facilitating access to deeper oropharyngeal regions while keeping the clinician’s hand clear of the field. The broad blade surface stabilizes mobile tissue and helps present the operative site for suturing, biopsy, or extraction.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Mayo tongue depressor
• Overall length: 17 cm
• Blade type: Broad, flat depression surface
• Intended use: Oral cavity retraction and exposure for ENT, dental and minor surgical procedures
• Construction: Reusable stainless steel

Material & Construction

Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance, durability and repeated sterilization. The rigid construction maintains blade flatness under manual pressure and is compatible with standard sterilization workflows for reusable instruments.

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