Solid-Phase Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor (14cm) for Dynamic Oral Access
The Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor 14cm is a cornerstone of the professional otolaryngology and maxillofacial toolkit, specifically engineered for the stable displacement of soft tissues. Functioning as a high-performance lingual anchor, this 14cm model features a distinctively curved blade that allows the practitioner to retract the cheek with one end while depressing the tongue with the other. Adas Instruments ensures that each oropharyngeal guard is balanced for center-point force transmission, providing the necessary leverage to maintain exposure in the crowded oral vestibule. By utilizing the Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor 14cm, practitioners benefit from an aura-view perspective of the surgical site, as the instrument’s slim profile minimizes interference with secondary tools like scalpels or suction tips. We ship USA, Europe & worldwide via DHL, FedEx, and UPS to deliver German steel instruments that professionals trust for their durability and high-polish finish.
Why Surgeons Choose Our Univ. Minnesota Depressors
- Aura-View Precision: Features a unique “S” curve to act as a versatile lingual anchor, providing a wide-angle view of the tonsillar fossa and pharyngeal pillars.
- Shield-Wall Safety: Specifically designed with a wide, smooth blade to function as a reliable oropharyngeal guard, protecting the buccal mucosa from accidental instrumentation injury.
- Dual-Action Functionality: Every Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor 14cm we produce serves as both a tongue depressor and a cheek retractor, streamlining the surgical tray.
- Enduro-Steel Resilience: Forged from high-tempered surgical stainless steel, our instrument is built to withstand repeated autoclave cycles while maintaining its structural integrity.
Primary Clinical Applications
- Retracting the cheek and tongue simultaneously during third molar extractions using the Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor 14cm.
- Utilizing the lingual anchor function to expose the lower tonsillar pole.
- Performing efficient oropharyngeal guard maneuvers during biopsy of the oral floor.
- Aiding in the placement of sutures in the posterior pharynx with the Univ. Minnesota Tongue Depressor 14cm.
Technical Specifications Table
| Instrument Type | Multipurpose Tongue and Cheek Retractor |
| Total Length | 14 cm (5.5″) |
| Design Pattern | University of Minnesota (“S” Pattern) |
| Material | Premium German Surgical Stainless Steel |
| Finish | High-Gloss Mirror Finish |
| Sterilization | Fully Autoclavable |
For complete oropharyngeal workflows, this 14cm retractor is often used alongside Wieder tongue depressors and mouth gags. View the Wieder Tongue Depressor, or our Sternberg Cheek Retractor.



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