Oral tongue depressor device

By designing a detachable and replaceable tongue depressor and a supporting spring structure, the problems of inconvenient tongue depressor replacement and cross-infection risk in the prior art have been solved, realizing an oral tongue depressor device that is easy to replace and adaptable to different patients' oral cavity conditions.

CN224523140UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21903 HOSPITAL OF THE JOINT LOGISTICS SUPPORT FORCE OF THE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY OF CHINA
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
903 HOSPITAL OF THE JOINT LOGISTICS SUPPORT FORCE OF THE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY OF CHINA
Filing Date
2025-02-24
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Technical Problem

Existing one-piece metal tongue depressors are inconvenient to replace and disinfect, pose a risk of cross-infection, and suffer from material wear and corrosion.

Method used

An oral tongue depressor device was designed, which adopts a detachable and replaceable tongue depressor plate and support spring structure. The tongue depressor plate can be easily installed and removed by rotating the hook block and support spring, and the silicone support plate can be adapted to different patients' oral cavity sizes.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency of tongue depressor replacement and the applicability of the device, ensures hygiene and safety, and enhances the comfort and adaptability of use.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an oral cavity tongue pressing device relates to the technical field of medical instruments, and it is fixed box body, fixed box body side fixedly connected with the holding handle, the fixed box body top and bottom both ends fixedly connected with the fixed block, the inboard rotation of fixed block is connected with long rotation arm, the utility model discloses the rotation hook block, second support spring, stable support top block and the structure such as unlocking slider are designed to make the installation and disassembly of replacement tongue pressing plate become very convenient, and medical staff can quickly and easily complete the replacement of tongue pressing plate, improve work efficiency, through the design of side movement ring and first support spring makes the flexible adjustment of silica gel support board according to the oral cavity size of patient, and this design not only improves the applicability of the device, but also can better adapt to the demand of different patients, makes the device more comfortable and safe in the use process, and medical staff better carries out the operation left.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an oral tongue depressor. Background Technology

[0002] A search revealed that most existing technologies use a one-piece metal tongue depressor. This design makes it very inconvenient to replace or clean and disinfect the tongue depressor. Due to the one-piece design of the metal tongue depressor, it needs to be disinfected frequently, and the disinfection process may not be completely thorough, which may increase the risk of cross-infection. At the same time, the metal material may also wear or corrode after long-term use, further affecting hygiene. Therefore, an oral tongue depressor device is provided to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an oral tongue depressor that is convenient and hygienic to use, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] An oral tongue depressor includes a fixed housing with a handle fixedly connected to its side. Fixed blocks are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the fixed housing. Long rotating arms are rotatably connected to the inner sides of the fixed blocks. A short rotating arm is rotatably connected between two sets of long rotating arms. A silicone support plate is rotatably connected to one end of each set of long rotating arms. The other end of the short rotating arm is rotatably connected to a side moving ring. A first support spring is fixedly connected to the side of the side moving ring. A side insertion port penetrating the inner cavity of the fixed housing is provided on its side. The inner side of the fixed housing rotates... A rotating hook block is connected to the fixed housing. A second support spring is fixedly connected to the side of the rotating hook block. A third support spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed housing. A stabilizing support block is fixedly connected to the other end of the third support spring. A slider limiting groove penetrating the inner cavity is opened at the bottom of the fixed housing. An unlocking slider is slidably connected to the inner side of the slider limiting groove. A fourth support spring is fixedly connected to the side of the unlocking slider. A replacement pressure tongue plate is provided on the side of the fixed housing. A locking groove is opened below the replacement pressure tongue plate. A positioning baffle is fixedly connected to the side of the replacement pressure tongue plate.

[0006] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the side moving ring is sleeved on the outside of the fixed box, and the two ends of the first support spring are fixedly connected to the side moving ring and the fixed box, respectively.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model: when the first support spring is not subjected to external force and naturally extends, the two sets of silicone support plates are extended to their maximum extent.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model: a sliding groove is provided on the inner side of the fixed box, and a slider adapted to the sliding groove is fixedly connected above the stabilizing support top block, and the stabilizing support top block is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixed box.

[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model, the two ends of the fourth support spring are respectively fixedly connected to the unlocking slider and the inner wall of the fixed box.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model: when the replacement tongue plate is fixed in place inside the fixed box, the positioning baffle is in close contact with the outside of the fixed box.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0012] First, the design of the rotating hook block, the second support spring, the stabilizing support top block, and the unlocking slider in this utility model makes the installation and removal of the tongue depressor very convenient, allowing medical staff to quickly and easily replace the tongue depressor and improving work efficiency.

[0013] Secondly, the design of the side moving ring and the first supporting spring in this invention allows the silicone support plate to be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the patient's mouth. This design not only improves the applicability of the device, but also better adapts to the needs of different patients, making the device more comfortable and safer to use, and allowing medical staff to perform the remaining operations more easily. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention from a second perspective;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support spring of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed inner side of the box in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the unlocking slider in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the replacement tongue depressor in this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Fixed housing; 2. Handle; 3. Fixing block; 4. Long rotating arm; 5. Silicone support plate; 6. Short rotating arm; 7. Side moving ring; 8. First support spring; 9. Side insertion port; 10. Rotating hook block; 11. Second support spring; 12. Third support spring; 13. Stabilizing support top block; 14. Unlocking slider; 15. Fourth support spring; 16. Replacement pressure plate; 17. Locking groove; 18. Positioning baffle; 19. Slider limit groove. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] Reference Figures 1 to 6 In this embodiment of the utility model, an oral tongue depressor includes a fixed box 1, a grip handle 2 fixedly connected to the side of the fixed box 1, fixed blocks 3 fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the fixed box 1, a long rotating arm 4 rotatably connected to the inner side of the fixed block 3, a short rotating arm 6 rotatably connected between the two sets of long rotating arms 4, a silicone support plate 5 rotatably connected to one end of each of the two sets of long rotating arms 4, and a side moving ring 7 rotatably connected to the other end of the short rotating arm 6. A first support spring 8 is fixedly connected to the side of the side moving ring 7, and a side insertion port 9 penetrating its inner cavity is opened on the side of the fixed box 1.

[0023] In one embodiment, a rotating hook block 10 is rotatably connected to the inner side of the fixed housing 1, a second support spring 11 is fixedly connected to the side of the rotating hook block 10, a third support spring 12 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed housing 1, a stabilizing support top block 13 is fixedly connected to the other end of the third support spring 12, a slider limiting groove 19 penetrating the inner cavity is provided below the fixed housing 1, an unlocking slider 14 is slidably connected to the inner side of the slider limiting groove 19, a fourth support spring 15 is fixedly connected to the side of the unlocking slider 14, a replacement tongue plate 16 is provided on the side of the fixed housing 1, a locking groove 17 is provided below the replacement tongue plate 16, and a positioning baffle 18 is fixedly connected to the side of the replacement tongue plate 16.

[0024] During implementation, when the replacement tongue depressor 16 is inserted into the fixed housing 1 through the side insertion port 9, the rotating hook block 10 is squeezed and rotated by the replacement tongue depressor 16. Finally, under the action of the second support spring 11, it is locked into the locking groove 17 to complete the fixation. The stabilizing support top block 13, under the action of the third support spring 12, holds the inserted replacement tongue depressor 16 against the support, providing a stable locking state. The unlocking slider 14 is kept locked by the action of the fourth support spring 15. Pushing the unlocking slider 14 along the slider limit groove 19 squeezes the rotating hook block 10 to rotate, and under the action of the stabilizing support top block 13, the replacement tongue depressor 16 is ejected and replaced. The positioning baffle 18 ensures that the insertion depth of the replacement tongue depressor 16 is accurate.

[0025] In one embodiment, the side moving ring 7 is sleeved on the outside of the fixed box 1, and the two ends of the first support spring 8 are fixedly connected to the side moving ring 7 and the fixed box 1 respectively. When the first support spring 8 is naturally extended without being subjected to external force, the two sets of silicone support plates 5 are extended to the maximum extent. By moving the side moving ring 7 on the outside of the fixed box 1, the two sets of silicone support plates 5 can be contracted. The first support spring 8 is normally kept in an extended state, opening the patient's mouth and making the side moving ring 7 in the initial position. When an external force is applied to the side moving ring 7, axial displacement is achieved through the elastic deformation of the spring, and at the same time, the short rotating arm 6 is driven to produce an angle change. Then, the synchronous contraction of the two sets of silicone support plates 5 is controlled by the four-bar linkage mechanism. At this time, the oral tongue depressor can be better placed into the patient's mouth.

[0026] In one embodiment, a sliding groove is provided on the inner side of the fixed housing 1, and a slider adapted to the sliding groove is fixedly connected above the stabilizing support top block 13. The stabilizing support top block 13 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixed housing 1. The two ends of the fourth support spring 15 are fixedly connected to the unlocking slider 14 and the inner wall of the fixed housing 1, respectively. Under normal conditions, the fourth support spring 15 maintains the unlocking slider 14 at the rear end position of the slider limiting groove 19. When the unlocking slider 14 is pushed forward, its front inclined surface pushes the rotating hook block 10 to overcome the elastic force of the second support spring 11 and rotate, releasing the locking groove 17. At this time, the replacement pressure plate 16 can be removed. After being released, the fourth support spring 15 automatically resets.

[0027] When the replacement tongue plate 16 is fixed in place inside the fixed housing 1, the positioning baffle 18 is in close contact with the outside of the fixed housing 1. The positioning baffle 18 serves as a rigid limiting structure. When the replacement tongue plate 16 is inserted until the positioning baffle 18 contacts the outer wall of the fixed housing 1, it indicates that the locking groove 17 has accurately reached the snap-fit ​​position of the rotating hook block 10. At the same time, axial limiting is formed through planar contact to prevent the tongue plate from being over-inserted or loosened.

[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: First, the replacement tongue depressor 16 is inserted into the fixed box 1 through the side insertion port 9 until the positioning baffle 18 is in close contact with the outside of the fixed box 1. During the insertion process, the replacement tongue depressor 16 presses the rotating hook block 10 to make it rotate. When the locking groove 17 reaches the position of the rotating hook block 10, the rotating hook block 10 is engaged in the locking groove 17 under the action of the second support spring 11, thus completing the fixing of the replacement tongue depressor 16. At the same time, the stabilizing support top block 13 supports the replacement tongue depressor 16 under the action of the third support spring 12, providing a stable locking state.

[0029] After the tongue depressor 16 is installed, move the side moving ring 7 on the outside of the fixed box 1 to make the first support spring 8 contract under external force, which drives the short rotating arm 6 and the long rotating arm 4 to rotate, thereby causing the silicone support plate 5 to contract. At this time, put the device into the patient's mouth, stop the lifting of the opposite side moving ring 7, and unfold the silicone support plate 5 to open the patient's mouth.

[0030] When it is necessary to replace the tongue depressor, push the unlocking slider 14 forward along the slider limit groove 19. The front inclined surface of the unlocking slider 14 pushes the rotating hook block 10 to rotate against the elastic force of the second support spring 11, releasing the locking groove 17. Under the action of the stabilizing support top block 13, the replacement tongue depressor 16 is popped out. At this time, it can be taken out and replaced with a new tongue depressor. After releasing the unlocking slider 14, the fourth support spring 15 automatically resets, and the unlocking slider 14 returns to the rear end position of the slider limit groove 19, ready for the next unlocking operation.

[0031] After replacing the tongue depressor, insert the new replacement tongue depressor 16 back into the fixed housing 1 and fix it in place, following the steps described above. Ensure that the silicone support plate 5 returns to its maximum extended state under the action of the first support spring 8 for future use.

[0032] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An oral tongue depressor, characterized in that, include: A fixed box (1) is fixedly connected to a grip handle (2) on the side of the fixed box (1). Fixed blocks (3) are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the fixed box (1). Long rotating arms (4) are rotatably connected to the inner side of the fixed blocks (3). A short rotating arm (6) is rotatably connected between the two sets of long rotating arms (4). A silicone support plate (5) is rotatably connected to one end of each set of long rotating arms (4). The other end of the short rotating arm (6) is rotatably connected to the side moving ring (7). The side moving ring (7) is fixedly connected to the side of the first support spring (8). The side of the fixed box (1) is provided with a side insertion port (9) that penetrates its inner cavity. The inside of the fixed box (1) is rotatably connected to a rotating hook block (10). The side of the rotating hook block (10) is fixedly connected to the second support spring (11). A third support spring (12) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed box (1), and a stable support block (13) is fixedly connected to the other end of the third support spring (12). A slider limiting groove (19) penetrating the inner cavity is provided below the fixed box (1). An unlocking slider (14) is slidably connected to the inner side of the slider limiting groove (19), and a fourth support spring (15) is fixedly connected to the side of the unlocking slider (14). The fixed box (1) is provided with a replacement tongue plate (16) on its side, and a locking groove (17) is provided below the replacement tongue plate (16). A positioning baffle (18) is fixedly connected to the side of the replacement tongue plate (16).

2. The oral tongue depressor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side moving ring (7) is sleeved on the outside of the fixed box (1), and the two ends of the first support spring (8) are fixedly connected to the side moving ring (7) and the fixed box (1) respectively.

3. The oral tongue depressor according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the first support spring (8) is not subjected to external force and naturally extends, the two sets of silicone support plates (5) are extended to their maximum extent.

4. The oral tongue depressor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner side of the fixed box (1) is provided with a sliding groove, and a slider that matches the sliding groove is fixedly connected above the stabilizing support top block (13). The stabilizing support top block (13) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the fixed box (1).

5. The oral tongue depressor according to claim 4, characterized in that, The two ends of the fourth support spring (15) are fixedly connected to the unlocking slider (14) and the inner side wall of the fixed box (1), respectively.

6. The oral tongue depressor according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the replacement tongue depressor (16) is fixed in place inside the fixed box (1), the positioning baffle (18) is in close contact with the outside of the fixed box (1).