Large Meister Tongue Depressor

Object/Artifact

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The Great Bend Museum

Name/Title

Large Meister Tongue Depressor

Entry/Object ID

1987.07.67

Description

Cheek and tongue retractor. Also known as a “Sweetheart Retractor “ due to its heart shaped end. Holds back cheeks, lips, and tongue during oral procedures. Large curve in middle of the instrument. Has patent numbers and “Made In USA” on the bottom of the instrument.

Use

Mouth Gag

Category

Health and Medical

Acquisition

Accession

1987.07

Source or Donor

Margaret Priddy

Source (if not Accessioned)

Dr Priddy's daughter Margret

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Large Meister Tongue Depressor

Material

stainless steel