- A professional-grade #4 dental mouth mirror featuring a front-surface reflective coating and a simple-stem connection
- It is designed for distortion-free diagnostic and restorative dental procedures
Uses
- Indirect Vision:
- Enables viewing of areas of the mouth that are not directly visible, such as the distal surfaces of posterior teeth
- Retraction:
- Gently holds back the tongue or cheeks during procedures to maintain a clear working area
- Illumination:
- Reflects light from dental lamps into shadowed areas of the mouth to help identify decay or cracks
- Restorative Work:
- Used during filling or capping where a true-to-size reflection is critical for accurate tool placement
Features
- Front-Surface Reflection:
- The reflective coating is on the top of the glass, eliminating "ghosting" or double images to provide a precise, high-definition reflection
- #4 Diameter:
- A standard size of 7/8 inches (22 mm), offering a balanced field of view and maneuverability within the oral cavity
- Simple-Stem (SS) Threading:
- Features a non-cone-socket, threaded connection designed to screw into compatible simple-stem mirror handles
- Stainless Steel Construction:
- Durable and resistant to corrosion
- Autoclavable:
- Engineered to withstand standard high-heat and pressure sterilization cycles
Benefits
- Enhanced Visual Clarity:
- The front-surface design ensures a crisp reflection, which reduces eye strain for the practitioner and improves diagnostic accuracy
- Universal Size:
- The #4 diameter is the most commonly used size, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of adult patients
- Hygienic and Reusable:
- Being autoclavable allows for safe, repeated use across multiple patients while maintaining infection control standards
