Parker Mott Retractor D/E 16cm Fig.1

Clinical Application

This double-ended Parker Mott retractor is a handheld soft-tissue retraction instrument used to improve exposure and visualization of intraoral and oropharyngeal operative fields. It is commonly used in ENT, oral and maxillofacial, dental and general surgical procedures to displace lips, cheeks, tongue, or tonsillar tissues during dissection, hemostasis, suturing and inspection. The 16 cm length provides sufficient reach for routine adult intraoral work while remaining manageable for an assistant-held retraction technique.

Design & Configuration

The double-ended configuration provides two complementary working ends without the need to exchange instruments mid-case, allowing quick adaptation to different tissue thicknesses or angles of approach. The hand-held design gives tactile feedback to the assistant or surgeon, enabling precise control of retraction force and directional exposure. The 16 cm shaft length balances intraoral reach with operator ergonomics for procedures where controlled, atraumatic retraction is required.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Retractor, handheld
• Pattern / model: Parker Mott
• Configuration: Double-ended (D/E)
• Length: 16 cm
• Typical surgical use: Oral, oropharyngeal, ENT, and maxillofacial soft-tissue retraction
• Material / construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from medical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. Precision-forged and finished surfaces reduce tissue adhesion and facilitate cleaning. Designed for repeated use and compatible with standard hospital sterilization processes, including steam autoclave protocols.

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