Tongue depessor
Object numberED.CS.2023.35
TitleTongue depessor
CreatorYoung
DescriptionTongue depressor, used by doctors, nurses and dentists when trying to see the back of a patients throat or tongue. They push down with the depessor and it keeps the tongue out of the way. Makers mark 'Young&Sons, Edinburgh" visible on handle.
Production placeEDINBURGH
Production periodTwentieth century
Object nameTongue depressor
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Materialstainless steel
Dimensions
- Whole Length: 12.7 cm
Width: 15 cm