Mouth Props
Mouth Props
Mouth propMechanical restrain which protect the patient from
injury that could occur during the procedure due to sudden &
unexpected closing of the mouth
IndicationsLong appointmentsGeneral anesthesiaPhysical
conditionsParalyzed faceSpastic childTrismusTrauma
Molt's mouth gag
InfantChildAdult
Scissor like handleRatchet releaseSilicone Tip
coverHingedAdvantages,Disadvantages,Placement
5Mackerson's PropBite blockThermoplastic Vulanizate Types
Friescos propMarkels propModifications prop
5
Placement
Three sided grooved disposable MP
Bib clips and chainsWith saliva ejector holderWith Tongue
protector
Brush shaped
Lumiprop
LED prop
IsoliteOther mouth propsMetal mouth prop
Door rubber stopper
Tongue blade
Napkins
Custom made bite blocksNu Block Polycarbonate Coated with
FoamCollapsible finger guardsMetal Tailors thimblesRubber dog
toysOpen Wide Disposable Mouth Rests
DisadvantagesPhysical injury to the patients (Spear Applied
Research mental retardation 1986)Fractured teethRespiratory
distressSoft tissue injuries
Psychological effect on patients (Kelly JR Jr. of pedodontics
1976)
Physical injury to the staff (Hill J J Applied Research mental
retardation 1987)Thank You
