Comparison Table for Mouth Props
| Item | Manufacturer | Material | Package Quantity | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson® Mouth Props – Black, Synthetic Rubber, Latex Free, Small Child | PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY | Synthetic Rubber | 2/Pkg | Child |
| Airway Armor™ Devices – Medium | Zirc Company | N/A | 25/Pkg | Medium |
| Chewies™ Aligner Tray Seaters – Pink Bubblegum | DENTSPLY RAINTREE ESSEX | Plastic | 2/Pkg | N/A |
| Mouth Props – Markel – Adult | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | N/A | 2/Pkg | Adult |
| Patterson® Mouth Gag – Molt, Child | PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY | Stainless Steel | 1/Pkg | Child |
| E-Prop™ Mouth Props – Medium | Better Dental Products | FDA approved polypropolene and santoprene | 1/Pkg | Medium |
| Mini-Prop Mouth Props – Large | Lowe’s Medical Inventions | N/A | 100/Pkg | Large |
| EZ-Prop™ Mouth Props | Rinn | Styrofoam | 100/Pkg | N/A |
| Patterson® Mouth Gag Silicone Replacement Tips – Molt | PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY | N/A | 2/Pkg | Adult, Child |
| Patterson® Disposable Mouth Props | PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY | Styrofoam | 100/Pkg | Universal |
Mouth props are placed on the opposite side of the mouth being treated during surgical procedures so the patient can rest and relax their jaw muscles. During sedation, a mouth prop should be used to prevent involuntary closure of the patient’s mouth.
1. Patterson® Mouth Props – Black, Small Child
Patterson® Mouth Props are designed to help keep the mouth open wide enough for the dentist to perform whatever type of dental procedure the patient requires. They are particularly helpful with children and others who have difficulty keeping their mouths open for extended periods of time, or during procedures where the patient is sedated.
- Odorless and tasteless
- Autoclavable
- Can be cold, steam or chemiclave sterilized to 260°F or 127°C
Color: Black
Latex Content: Latex Free
Manufacturer Name: PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY
Material: Synthetic Rubber
Package Quantity: 2/Pkg
Size: Child
2. Airway Armor™ Devices – Medium
Airway Armor™ is an intraoral device that keeps patients’ mouths open and prevents ingestion and aspiration of debris during dental procedures. It is especially useful when there is no tooth structure to attach a rubber dam.
- Patient protection
- Durable
- Easy to place
- Single use
- Various sizes
- Hole on each side for dental floss
Color: Orange
Latex Content: Latex Free
Manufacturer Name: Zirc Company
Package Quantity: 25/Pkg
Size: Medium
3. Chewies™ Aligner Tray Seaters – Pink Bubblegum
Chewies™ Aligner Tray Seaters are cylindrical-shaped plastic tubes that are placed between the teeth and chewed down on to help patients seat their aligner correctly.
- Eliminates the air space between the thermoformed aligner/retainer and the teeth
- Same size as a standard dental cotton roll
- Made of soft plastic
- Hygienic
- Easy to use
Color: Pink Bubblegum
Manufacturer Name: DENTSPLY RAINTREE ESSEX
Material: Plastic
Package Quantity: 2/Pkg
4. Mouth Props – Markel – Adult
The Latex-Free Markel Mouth Prop is used to prop mouth open during extraction procedures and reduce TMJ trauma for sedated patients.
Color: Grey
Latex Content: Latex Free
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Package Quantity: 2/Pkg
Size: Adult
5. Patterson® Mouth Gag – Molt, Child
Patterson® Mouth Gag is used to prop the patient’s mouth open during procedures and features a ratchet hinge to reduce slippage.
- Silicone tips improve patient comfort
- Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for excellent performance and longevity
Manufacturer Name: PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY
Material: Stainless Steel
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Size: Child
6. E-Prop™ Mouth Props – Medium
The E-Prop™ is an oral mouth prop that has the ability to hold a standard disposable suction tip. It is a simple design that is completely adjustable and can be positioned to eliminate liquids from pooling in the patient’s mouth.
- Design allows for increased accessibility during dental procedures
- Made of FDA approved polypropolene and santoprene
- Fully autoclavable
Manufacturer Name: Better Dental Products
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Size: Medium
7. Mini-Prop Mouth Props – Large
The Mini-Prop is a slim, cylindrical dental device designed for the purpose of aiding in the comfort of the patient by allowing the patient’s jaw to relax during lengthy dental procedures, while effectively articulating the mouth in an open position. The slim profile of the Disposable Mini Prop allows for increased access and visibility.
Manufacturer Name: Lowe’s Medical Inventions
Package Quantity: 100/Pkg
Size: Large
8. EZ-Prop™ Mouth Props
EZ-Prop™ Mouth Props are disposable nonelastic styrofoam, help patient hold desired angle, dig in teeth and hold firmly.
- Tapered shape can be positioned for best fit
- Drilled hole accommodates strand of dental floss
- Maximizing access and visibility without sacrificing patient comfort
Manufacturer Name: Rinn
Material: Styrofoam
Package Quantity: 100/Pkg
9. Patterson® Mouth Gag Silicone Replacement Tips – Molt
Patterson® Mouth Gag Silicone Replacement Tips are used to enhance patient comfort when using molt mouth gags.
Manufacturer Name: PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY
Package Quantity: 2/Pkg
Size: Adult, Child
10. Patterson® Disposable Mouth Props
Patterson® Mouth Props are disposable nonelastic styrofoam substrates that help hold desired angle, dig into teeth and hold firmly.
- Tapered shape can be positioned for best fit
- Drilled hole accommodates strand of dental floss
- Maximizing access and visibility without sacrificing patient comfort
Color: White
Latex Content: Latex Free
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Material: Styrofoam
Package Quantity: 100/Pkg
Size: Universal
