Premier Adult Tongue Depressor x 100
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Disposable wooden tongue depressors
Description
Single-use, non-sterile wooden tongue depressors made from white birch, designed to press down the tongue to allow for examination of the throat and oral cavity. Supplied as a pack of 100 adult-size depressors (approx. 150 × 18 mm) with smooth, rounded corners for improved patient comfort, and packed in a clean environment for clinical use. Suitable for oral/throat examination in general practice, ENT, dental or clinic settings.
Bnefits
- Disposable single-use design reduces risk of cross-infection between patients.
- Made from white birch wood, providing a natural, smooth, and comfortable surface for patient contact.
- Adult-size dimensions (150 × 18 mm) suitable for most patients.
- Smooth, rounded corners enhance patient comfort during oral/throat inspection.
- Inexpensive and lightweight — convenient for clinics, general practices, dental and ENT practices.
- Packed in sets of 100 for easy stock management and economy.
Indications
- Depression of the tongue during oral and oropharyngeal examination to allow inspection of the throat, tonsils, mouth and associated structures.
- Usage in general practice, ENT clinics, dental clinics, paediatric and adult patient assessments (adult size), pre-operative assessments, and routine check-ups requiring oral cavity inspection.
- Useful in first-aid kits, screening clinics, hospitals, outpatient departments, and mobile clinics where disposable oral examination tools are required.
Composition
- White birch wood (natural, untreated or appropriately processed birch) for each depressor blade.
- Smooth polished finish with rounded ends to reduce patient discomfort.
Formulation
- Flat, thin wooden blade (tongue depressor) with smooth finish and rounded corners.
- Non-sterile, single-use disposable instrument designed for oral/throat examinations.
- Pack of 100 individual depressors, loose-packed (non-sterile) for general clinical use.
Packaging
- Box containing 100 wooden tongue depressor blades (adult size).
- Standard cardboard/plastic packaging used by the distributor, with product and SKU label (SH1604N).
- Non-sterile bulk pack intended for clinics and general consumables supply.
Usage
- Remove a single depressor from the box immediately prior to use.
- Use the depressor to gently press down the patient’s tongue to expose the throat, tonsils, oral cavity or oropharynx.
- Use once for a single patient — do not reuse or attempt to sterilize, as wooden depressors are single-use only.
- Dispose of the used depressor in appropriate clinical waste (non-sharps) or according to local infection-control protocols.
- Wash hands or use hand hygiene before and after each patient examination.
Contraindications
- Do not use if the depressor appears cracked, splintered or has rough edges — discard to avoid patient discomfort or injury.
- Not suitable for surgical sterilization — intended for single-use only.
- Not recommended for patients with severe gag reflex if alternative examination methods are advised by clinician.
Adverse Effects
- Possible minor discomfort or gagging in sensitive patients during oral cavity examination.
- If the depressor has splinters or rough edges, risk of oral mucosal injury.
- Risk of cross-infection or contamination if reused (thus should always be single-use).
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry, clean environment in original packaging until use.
- Keep away from moisture, dust or contaminants to prevent degradation of the wood or contamination.
- Avoid exposure to excessive heat or humidity which may warp or degrade the wooden blades.
- Store out of reach of children until intended use by qualified healthcare personnel.
Duration
Not applicable; each depressor is single-use and is discarded immediately after each patient examination.
Onset
Immediate \u2014 the depressor works as soon as it is used to press the tongue down during the examination.
