Multifunctional miniature mouth mirror

By designing a multifunctional miniature mouth mirror, the problem of mouth mirrors being unable to enter confined spaces has been solved, enabling clear image acquisition and simplified operation, thus improving diagnostic efficiency and comfort.

CN224357582UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-16FOURTH MILITARY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
FOURTH MILITARY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
Filing Date
2025-04-18
Publication Date
2026-06-16

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Technical Problem

Current oral endoscopes cannot enter the surgical area due to limited fenestration or mouth opening during root apical surgery, making the procedure cumbersome and affecting the treatment outcome.

Method used

A multifunctional miniature mouth mirror was designed, including a detachable mouth mirror assembly and an auxiliary assembly. The mouth mirror assembly can be replaced with lenses of different diameters, and the auxiliary assembly can be replaced with different auxiliary instruments. Through adjustable connection structure and material selection, clear image acquisition and simplified operation are ensured.

Benefits of technology

It enables the acquisition of clear images in confined spaces, simplifies operating procedures, improves diagnostic and treatment efficiency, adapts to high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization, and is made of comfortable and labor-saving materials.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional miniature mouth mirror, including handle, the one end of handle swing type installation has mouth mirror subassembly, the other end of handle swing type installation has auxiliary assembly, mouth mirror subassembly includes lens holder, the bottom of lens holder is connected with lens holder groove, and the top of lens holder is with the one end of handle screw connection, and the mouth mirror lens is installed in lens holder groove, and there is the included angle between lens holder and lens holder groove, and the included angle angle can be adjusted, the auxiliary assembly includes mounting seat, and the top of mounting seat is fixedly installed with auxiliary instrument, and the bottom of mounting base is coaxially fixedly installed with the plug connector, and the other end of handle is set up with the plug connector matched plug -in groove, the utility model discloses the detachable and angle adjustable structure, can replace the mouth mirror subassembly with different diameter size mouth mirror lens and the auxiliary assembly with different auxiliary instrument according to actual use situation, can enter the surgical area and obtain the clear mirror image, and can simplify the operation process, improve the diagnosis and treatment efficiency, guarantee the treatment effect.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of medical device technology, and relates to a mouth mirror, specifically a multifunctional miniature mouth mirror. Background Technology

[0002] In oral diagnosis and treatment, due to the limited space of the oral cavity, medical staff cannot directly visualize the surgical area. Therefore, it is common practice for dentists to use a handheld mouth mirror to obtain a clear image of the surgical area. However, for patients requiring periapical surgery, the mouth mirror cannot enter the surgical area due to the limited size of the window, making it impossible to accurately observe the internal condition and the status of root canal retrograde filling. For patients with limited mouth opening, especially when treating the posterior teeth, even a normal-sized mouth mirror is difficult to enter, affecting treatment efficiency and results. During the diagnosis and treatment, auxiliary instruments such as probes and excavators are needed for examination. Medical staff need to repeatedly replace the mouth mirror and auxiliary instruments, which is cumbersome and affects the efficiency of diagnosis and treatment. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a multifunctional miniature mouth endoscope that can solve the technical problems of existing mouth endoscopes being unable to enter or even enter the surgical area due to limited window opening or mouth opening in root apical surgery, resulting in cumbersome operation and affecting the diagnosis and treatment effect.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A multifunctional miniature mouth mirror includes a handle, with a mouth mirror assembly movably mounted at one end of the handle and an auxiliary assembly movably mounted at the other end of the handle.

[0006] The mouth mirror assembly includes a lens holder, a lens tray connected to the bottom end of the lens holder, a threaded connection between the top end of the lens holder and one end of the handle, a mouth mirror lens installed in the lens tray, and an angle between the lens holder and the lens tray.

[0007] The auxiliary components include a mounting base, an auxiliary device is fixedly mounted on the top of the mounting base, a connector is coaxially fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mounting base, and the other end of the handle is provided with a plug groove that matches the connector.

[0008] This utility model also includes the following technical features:

[0009] A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the lens holder. The upper edge of the top of the connecting rod is hinged to the upper edge of the bottom of the lens holder. Multiple reset elastic lines are connected between the lower edge of the top of the connecting rod and the lower edge of the bottom of the lens holder.

[0010] The lens holder has a push rod groove that extends through the bottom of the lens holder. The side wall of the lens holder has an adjustment groove that is connected to the push rod groove. A push rod is installed in the push rod groove. The bottom end of the push rod extends out of the bottom end of the push rod groove and abuts against the top end of the connecting rod. A sliding rod is connected to the top side wall of the push rod. The sliding rod is perpendicular to the push rod. The movable end of the sliding rod extends out of the adjustment groove and is connected to an adjustment slider.

[0011] The adjustment groove has multiple equally spaced and symmetrically arranged arc-shaped limiting slots on both vertical sides. The sliding rod has a horizontally arranged through hole, and a return spring is installed in the through hole. A limiting block is fixedly connected to both ends of the return spring. The end of the limiting block that extends out of the through hole is a spherical structure that matches the limiting slot.

[0012] An elastic dustproof film is wrapped between the connecting rod and the lens holder edge other than the hinge.

[0013] The diameter of the mouth mirror lens is 3-10 mm.

[0014] The thickness of the lens holder is 1.5 to 2 mm.

[0015] The auxiliary device is a probe, a digging tool, or a filling head.

[0016] The outer wall of the handle is machined into a hexagonal circular structure.

[0017] The handle is made of aluminum alloy.

[0018] The lens holder and lens handle are made of polymer components.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following technical effects:

[0020] (I) The detachable structure of the mouth mirror assembly and auxiliary assembly and the handle in this utility model allows for the replacement of the mouth mirror assembly with mouth mirror lenses of different diameters and the auxiliary assembly with different auxiliary instruments according to the actual use. It can enter the surgical area to obtain a clear image of the surgical area, simplify the operation process, improve the efficiency of diagnosis and treatment, and ensure the treatment effect.

[0021] (II) The adjustable structure of the mouth mirror assembly in this utility model can quickly adjust the mouth mirror lens to a suitable field of view during operation and ensure the stability of the adjustment process.

[0022] (III) The hexagonal circular structure of the outer wall of the handle in this utility model can both facilitate operation and prevent rolling and falling.

[0023] (IV) The material selection in this utility model makes the whole device reusable and adaptable to high temperature and high pressure sterilization. The low thermal conductivity of the polymer material makes the mouth mirror component more comfortable to wear when in contact with the patient, and it can reduce the weight of the whole device, making it easier and less strenuous for medical staff to use. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 This is an exploded schematic diagram of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the mouth mirror assembly of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a front view of the mouth mirror assembly of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 5 This is a partially enlarged view of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional view of the mouth mirror assembly of this utility model.

[0030] The meanings of the labels in the diagram are as follows:

[0031] 1. Handle; 2. Mouth mirror assembly; 3. Auxiliary assembly; 4. Push rod slide; 5. Adjustment groove; 6. Push rod; 7. Sliding rod; 8. Adjustment slider; 9. Elastic dustproof film; 21. Lens holder handle; 22. Lens holder slot; 23. Mouth mirror lens; 24. Connecting rod; 25. Reset elastic line; 31. Mounting base; 32. Auxiliary instrument; 33. Connector; 51. Limiting slot; 71. Through hole; 72. Reset spring; 73. Limiting block.

[0032] The specific content of this utility model will be further explained in detail below with reference to the embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0033] Following the above technical solution, the following are specific embodiments of this utility model. It should be noted that this utility model is not limited to the following specific embodiments, and all equivalent modifications made based on the technical solution of this application fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0034] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, directional terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", and "right" are generally defined based on the drawing in the corresponding figure; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of the corresponding components; and "longitudinal", "transverse", and "vertical" refer to the directions marked in the figure.

[0035] Example:

[0036] This embodiment provides a multifunctional miniature mouth mirror, such as Figures 1 to 6 As shown, it includes a handle 1, a mouth mirror assembly 2 is movably mounted on one end of the handle 1, and an auxiliary assembly 3 is movably mounted on the other end of the handle 1;

[0037] The mouth mirror assembly 2 includes a lens holder 21, with a lens holder slot 22 connected to the bottom end of the lens holder 21 and a screw connection between the top end of the lens holder 21 and one end of the handle 1. A mouth mirror lens 23 is installed in the lens holder slot 22. There is an angle between the lens holder 21 and the lens holder slot 22. Different mouth mirror assemblies 2 can be replaced according to the specific situation during the diagnosis and treatment process to ensure that a clear image of the surgical area is obtained.

[0038] The auxiliary component 3 includes a mounting base 31, on the top of which an auxiliary instrument 32 is fixedly mounted. A connector 33 is coaxially fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mounting base 31. The other end of the handle 1 has a socket that matches the connector 33. Specifically, the auxiliary instrument 32 is a probe, a spatula, or a filling head. The auxiliary component 3 with different auxiliary instruments 32 can be used with the mouth mirror component 2 according to the specific operational needs during the diagnosis and treatment process, simplifying the operation process and improving the efficiency of diagnosis and treatment.

[0039] Furthermore, the diameter of the mouth mirror lens 23 is 3 to 10 mm. In this embodiment, it is preferably 3 mm, 5 mm or 10 mm. Different diameter mouth mirror components 2 can be replaced according to the size of the surgical window or the patient's mouth opening during diagnosis and treatment.

[0040] As a preferred embodiment, a connecting rod 24 is fixedly connected to the lens holder 22. The upper edge of the top of the connecting rod 24 is hinged to the upper edge of the bottom of the lens holder 21. The hinge structure can adjust the included angle between the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21 to ensure a clear image of the surgical area.

[0041] Specifically, a push rod groove 4 is provided inside the lens holder 21, extending through the bottom end of the lens holder 21. An adjustment groove 5 is provided on the side wall of the lens holder 21, which is connected to the push rod groove 4. A push rod 6 is installed inside the push rod groove 4, with the bottom end of the push rod 6 extending out of the bottom end of the push rod groove 4 and abutting against the top end of the connecting rod 24. A sliding rod 7 is connected to the top side wall of the push rod 6, and the sliding rod 7 is perpendicular to the push rod 6. The movable end of the sliding rod 7 extends out of the adjustment groove 5 and is connected to an adjustment slider 8. Pressing and holding the slider allows for adjustment. The slider 8 moves along the adjustment groove 5, and drives the top rod 6 to move along the top rod groove 4 through the sliding rod 7. The bottom end of the top rod 6 applies force to the top end of the connecting rod 24, causing the included angle between the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21 to change. Multiple reset elastic lines 25 are connected between the lower edge of the top end of the connecting rod 24 and the lower edge of the bottom end of the lens holder 21. Under the action of the reset elastic lines 25, the connecting rod 24 is pulled and cooperates with the top rod 6 until the mouth mirror lens 23 is adjusted to a suitable field of vision angle.

[0042] As a preferred embodiment, the vertical sides of the adjusting groove 5 are provided with a plurality of equally spaced and symmetrically arranged arc-shaped limiting grooves 51. The sliding rod 7 is provided with a horizontally arranged through hole 71. A reset spring 72 is provided in the through hole 71. A limiting block 73 is fixedly connected to both ends of the reset spring 72. The end of the limiting block 73 extending out of the through hole 71 is a spherical structure that matches the limiting groove 51. This can prevent the included angle between the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21 from shifting when the appropriate angle is reached, and the limiting block 73 can not obstruct the movement of the top rod 6 when the angle is adjusted.

[0043] As a preferred embodiment, an elastic dustproof film 9 is wrapped between the edges of the connecting rod 24 and the lens holder 21 outside the hinge, which can protect the reset elastic line 25 from external damage and prevent external dust from entering the connection between the connecting rod 24 and the lens holder 21.

[0044] As a preferred embodiment, the thickness of the lens holder 22 in this embodiment is 1.5 to 2 mm, which is convenient for use in narrow spaces.

[0045] As a preferred embodiment, the outer wall of the handle 1 is machined into a hexagonal circular structure, which is convenient for operation and gripping, and can prevent rolling and falling.

[0046] As a preferred embodiment, the handle 1 is made of aluminum alloy; the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21 are made of polymer, which are reusable and can be sterilized under high temperature and high pressure. The polymer material has a low thermal conductivity, making the mouth mirror assembly 2 more comfortable to wear when in contact with the patient, and reducing the overall weight of the device, making it easier and less strenuous for medical staff to use.

[0047] In actual operation of this embodiment:

[0048] Now, select an appropriate size oral endoscope assembly 2 according to the size of the intraoperative window or the patient's mouth opening. Install the oral endoscope assembly 2 at one end of the handle 1. If auxiliary instruments are needed, install the auxiliary assembly 3 to be used at the other end of the handle 1. Insert the oral endoscope assembly 2 into the surgical area or examination site. As needed, press and hold the adjusting slider 8 to adjust the displacement of the top rod 6, thereby adjusting the angle between the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21, so that the oral endoscope lens 23 corresponds to the area to be explored. The limiting block 73 is locked in the limiting slot 51 under the elastic force of the return spring 72, so that the angle between the lens holder 22 and the lens holder 21 remains fixed. Check the area to be observed. If auxiliary instruments are needed, turn the direction of the handle 1 and use the auxiliary assembly 3 for operation.

Claims

1. A multifunctional miniature mouth mirror, characterized in that, Includes a handle (1), one end of the handle (1) is movably fitted with a mouth mirror assembly (2), and the other end of the handle (1) is movably fitted with an auxiliary assembly (3). The mouth mirror assembly (2) includes a lens holder (21), the bottom end of which is connected to a lens holder groove (22), the top end of which is threaded to one end of the handle (1), and a mouth mirror lens (23) is installed in the lens holder groove (22). There is an angle between the lens holder (21) and the lens holder groove (22). The auxiliary component (3) includes a mounting base (31), an auxiliary device (32) is fixedly mounted on the top of the mounting base (31), a connector (33) is coaxially fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mounting base (31), and the other end of the handle (1) is provided with a plug groove that matches the connector (33).

2. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A connecting rod (24) is fixedly connected to the lens holder (22). The upper edge of the top of the connecting rod (24) is hinged to the upper edge of the bottom of the lens holder (21). Multiple reset elastic lines (25) are connected between the lower edge of the top of the connecting rod (24) and the lower edge of the bottom of the lens holder (21). The lens holder (21) has a top rod groove (4) that extends through the bottom of the lens holder (21). The side wall of the lens holder (21) has an adjustment groove (5) that is connected to the top rod groove (4). A top rod (6) is installed in the top rod groove (4). The bottom end of the top rod (6) extends out of the bottom end of the top rod groove (4) and abuts against the top end of the connecting rod (24). A sliding rod (7) is connected to the top side wall of the top of the top rod (6). The sliding rod (7) is perpendicular to the top rod (6). The movable end of the sliding rod (7) extends out of the adjustment groove (5) and is connected to an adjustment slider (8).

3. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The adjustment groove (5) has multiple equally spaced and symmetrically arranged arc-shaped limiting slots (51) on both sides of the vertical side. The sliding rod (7) has a horizontally arranged through hole (71). A reset spring (72) is provided in the through hole (71). A limiting block (73) is fixedly connected to both ends of the reset spring (72). The end of the limiting block (73) extending out of the through hole (71) is a spherical structure that matches the limiting slot (51).

4. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 2, characterized in that, An elastic dustproof film (9) is wrapped between the connecting rod (24) and the lens holder (21) outside the hinge.

5. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The diameter of the mouth mirror lens (23) is 3~10mm.

6. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the lens holder (22) is 1.5~2mm.

7. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The auxiliary device (32) is a probe, a digging tool, or a filling head.

8. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the handle (1) is machined into a hexagonal circular structure.

9. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The handle (1) is made of aluminum alloy.

10. The multifunctional miniature mouth mirror as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lens holder (22) and lens handle (21) are made of polymer components.