Horse Mouth Gag, a critical instrument for equine dental and oral examinations.
The Horse Mouth Gag, also known as a full mouth speculum, is a specialized veterinary instrument designed to safely hold a horse's mouth open during dental examinations, floating, or other oral procedures. Crafted from heavy-duty, medical-grade stainless steel, this instrument features a robust ratchet mechanism and padded plates that fit comfortably over the horse's incisors. By preventing the horse from closing its mouth, it ensures the safety of both the animal and the practitioner, allowing for thorough inspection and treatment of the oral cavity.
 
How to Use:
 
Preparation: The horse is properly restrained, often with a halter and stocks, and a sedative may be administered to keep the animal calm.
Placement: The gag is carefully and gently placed into the horse's mouth, with the padded plates resting on the incisors.
Opening: The ratchet mechanism is slowly engaged to open the horse's mouth to the desired width, providing adequate access to the molars and other parts of the mouth.
Procedure: The veterinarian or technician then performs the necessary examination or procedure.
Removal: After the procedure is complete, the ratchet is released, and the gag is gently removed from the horse's mouth.