Mouth prop

A mouth prop (also bite block) is a wedge-shaped implement used in dentistry for dentists working with children and other patients who have difficulty keeping their mouths open wide and steady during a procedure,[1] or during procedures where the patient is sedated.[2] It has a rubber-like texture and is typically made from thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) material. They come in several different sizes, from pediatric to adult, and are typically ridged as to use the back teeth to hold them in place.[3]

## See also

* Dental gag

## References

1. ↑ "MOUTH PROP WITH CHAIN". https://www.gdcdental.com/product-mouth-prop-with-chain-796.php.
2. ↑ "Bite Blocks for Braces: Purpose and Benefits" (in en). https://dulwichdentists.co.uk/bite-blocks-braces-purpose-benefits/.
3. ↑ Hullah, E.; Tappuni, A. R. (June 2020). "Diagnosis and management of burning mouth syndrome". British Dental Journal 228 (11): 821–826. doi:10.1038/s41415-020-1707-3. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41415-020-1707-3. Retrieved April 26, 2026.

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Dentistry

Specialties|

* Endodontics
* Oral and maxillofacial pathology
* Oral and maxillofacial radiology
* Oral and maxillofacial surgery
* Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics
* Pediatric dentistry
* Periodontics
* Prosthodontics
* Dental public health
* Cosmetic dentistry
* Dental implantology
* Geriatric dentistry
* Restorative dentistry
* Forensic odontology
* Dental traumatology
* Holistic dentistry

Dental surgery|

* Dental extraction
* Tooth filling
* Root canal therapy
* Root end surgery
* Scaling and root planing
* Teeth cleaning
* Dental bonding
* Tooth polishing
* Tooth bleaching
* Socket preservation
* Dental implant

Organisations|

* American Association of Orthodontists
* British Dental Association
* British Dental Health Foundation
* British Orthodontic Society
* Canadian Association of Orthodontists
* Dental Technologists Association
* General Dental Council
* Indian Dental Association
* National Health Service

See also|

* Index of oral health and dental articles
* Outline of dentistry and oral health
* Dental fear
* Dental instruments
* Dental material
* History of dental treatments
* Infant oral mutilation
* Mouth assessment
* Oral hygiene

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