Dental Mouth Prop

Object numberED.CS.2025.35.33
TitleDental Mouth Prop
CreatorC. Ash & Sons (Manufacturer)
DescriptionUsed during dental surgery to keep the patients mouth open. Often attached to chains to facilitate retrieval if they slip into the patient's mouth. Adjustable prop with an extendable shaft and a moving hingle below one of the curved plates. One plate is inscribed 'C. Ash & Sons, England'.
Production placeENGLAND
Production date 1820 - 1878
Production periodTwentieth century
Object nameMouth opener
Object categoryMedical Equipment
MaterialMetal
Dimensions
- Prop Width: 2 cm
Depth: 2.5 cm
Height: 3.5 cm