Cheek and lip retractors and expanders position lips and cheeks away from teeth and gums to increase visibility and accessibility during dental procedures.
Table 1: Price and Quantity Comparison
| Product Name | Price (USD) | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Retractor – Metal | $98.99 | 1/Pkg |
| Patterson® Cheek Retractor – University of Minnesota, Single End | $28.99 | 1/Pkg |
| Prichard Tissue Retractor, Titanium Coated Tips | $187.99 | 1/Pkg |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Orringer, Metal – # 2 Medium | $98.99 | 1/Pkg |
| Free Access II Cheek and Lip Retractors – Large | $129.99 | 1/Pkg |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Plastic, 2/Pkg – Adult | $46.99 | 2/Pkg |
| Lip-Ex Vertical Lip Retractors – Adult/Child, 2/Pkg | $48.99 | 4/Pkg |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Henahan, Metal, 504 Oval – 1 | $98.99 | 1/Pkg |
Table 2: Material and Sterilization Comparison
| Product Name | Material | Reusability | Compatible Sterilization |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Retractor – Metal | Stainless Steel | Reusable | Autoclave, Chemiclave, Dry Heat, Ultrasonic |
| Patterson® Cheek Retractor – University of Minnesota, Single End | Stainless Steel | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| Prichard Tissue Retractor, Titanium Coated Tips | Not Specified | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Orringer, Metal – # 2 Medium | Metal | Reusable | Cold Sterilization Only |
| Free Access II Cheek and Lip Retractors – Large | Not Specified | Not Specified | Autoclave |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Plastic, 2/Pkg – Adult | Plastic | Reusable | Cold Sterilization Only |
| Lip-Ex Vertical Lip Retractors – Adult/Child, 2/Pkg | Plastic | Reusable | Autoclave, Cold Sterilization |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Henahan, Metal, 504 Oval – 1 | Metal | Reusable | Cold Sterilization Only |
Table 3: Size and Tip Type Comparison
| Product Name | Size | Tip Type |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Retractor – Metal | 5-3/4″ | University of Minnesota |
| Patterson® Cheek Retractor – University of Minnesota, Single End | Not Specified | University of Minnesota |
| Prichard Tissue Retractor, Titanium Coated Tips | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Orringer, Metal – # 2 Medium | Medium | Orringer |
| Free Access II Cheek and Lip Retractors – Large | Large | Not Specified |
| Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Plastic, 2/Pkg – Adult | Adult | Not Specified |
| Lip-Ex Vertical Lip Retractors – Adult/Child, 2/Pkg |
1. University of Minnesota Retractor
University of Minnesota Retractor is used to retract a patient’s cheek during surgical procedures.
Color: Silver
Color Family: Silver
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave, Chemiclave, Dry Heat, Ultrasonic
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks, Tongue
Manufacturer Name: Nordent Mfg Inc.
Material: Stainless Steel
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Cheek Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Size: 5-3/4″
Tip Type: University of Minnesota
2. Patterson® Cheek Retractor – University of Minnesota
Patterson® Cheek Retractor is used to hold cheeks, lips, flaps, and tongues back from the surgical site to increase visibility. It is constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for excellent performance and longevity.
Brand: Patterson®
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks, Lips, Tongue
Manufacturer Name: PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY
Material: Stainless Steel
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Lip and Cheek Retractor
Tip Type: University of Minnesota
3. Prichard Tissue Retractor
Prichard Tissue Retractor is designed to hold tissue flaps away from the treatment area during surgical procedures.
- Two flat ends with different sizes for every type of surgical procedure
- Blue titanium coating improves instrument longevity
Color: Blue, Silver
Color Family: Blue, Silver
Manufacturer Name: TBS DENTAL
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
4. Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Austin, Metal
Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors are used to hold mucoperiosteal flaps, cheeks, lips and tongue away from the surgical area
- Useful for intraoral photography
- Cold sterilization only
Color: Silver
Color Family: Silver
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks
Design Number: 2
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Material: Metal
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Tissue Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Tip Type: Austin
5. OptraGate® ExtraSoft Retractors
OptraGate® ExtraSoft provides retraction of lips and cheeks during dental treatment.
- Gently retracts lips and cheeks to provide full and easy access to anterior and posterior teeth
- Offers the clinician increased visibility and accessibility
- Quick and easy placement
- Facilitates moisture control in the oral cavity.
- Latex free, flexible and comfortable to wear, particularly for children
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks, Lips
Manufacturer Name: Ivoclar Vivadent N.A.
Material: Plastic
Package Quantity: 80/Pkg
Product Type: Lip and Cheek Retractor
Size: Junior
Special Features: Three-Dimensional Elasticity
6. Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Orringer, Metal
Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors are used to hold mucoperiosteal flaps, cheeks, lips and tongue away from the surgical area
- Useful for intraoral photography
- Cold sterilization only
Color: Silver
Color Family: Silver
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Material: Metal
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Cheek Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Size: Medium
Special Features: Hands Free Retractor
Tip Type: Orringer
7. Free Access II Cheek and Lip Retractors
Free Access II Cheek and Lip Retractors provide hands-free retraction with a unique intraoral extension to retract power buccinator muscles, increasing visibility and access to the intraoral work area.
- Tensity can be adjusted
- Safe for autoclavable sterilization
- Transparent material making it ideal for photography
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks, Lips
Manufacturer Name: J Morita USA
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Cheek Retractor
Size: Large
8. Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Plastic
Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors are used to hold mucoperiosteal flaps, cheeks, lips and tongue away from the surgical area
- Useful for intraoral photography
- Cold sterilization only
Color: Silver
Color Family: Silver
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Material: Plastic
Package Quantity: 2/Pkg
Product Type: Cheek Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Size: Adult
9. Lip-Ex Vertical Lip Retractors
Color: Clear
Color Family: Clear
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave, Cold Sterilization
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks
Manufacturer Name: Hager Worldwide
Material: Plastic
Package Quantity: 4/Pkg
Product Type: Lip Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Size: Adult, Child
Special Features: Vertical Expansion
10. Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors – Henahan
Cheek Retractors/Tissue Retractors are used to hold mucoperiosteal flaps, cheeks, lips, and tongue away from the surgical area
- Useful for intraoral photography
- Cold sterilization only
Color: Silver
Color Family: Silver
Compatible Tissue Types: Cheeks
Design Number: 1
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Material: Metal
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Tissue Retractor
Reusability: Reusable
Tip Type: Henahan
