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Products in this section: Mouth Speculums, Speculum Lights, Mouth Wedges and Head Rests(Left click on the product name or scroll down for further information.)

Mouth Speculums

AlumiSpec Equine Mouth Speculum

The AlumiSpec™ Equine Speculum is a revolutionary new mouth speculum that is made of light weight aircraft aluminum. It is patterned after the "MacAllan" style speculum popular in the 1950's. The advantage of this style of speculum is that it can be used on any size horse – from miniature to draft.

Another advantage of the AlumiSpec™ is that it can be used in the conventional "handle down" position (pictured) or inverted with the handle up. When the handle is up it does not interfere with the headstand and gives the dentist superior leverage and control when opening the mouth.

The new AlumiSpec™ weighs under four pounds compared to thirteen pounds for those made from stainless steel. We have taken the same materials and techniques used in manufacturing aircraft parts and applied these to the design and manufacture of this style speculum. The result is a speculum that is extremely lightweight yet is able to stand up to the bending forces that can be applied to it.

Another innovation is the use of a synthetic fabric strap for the speculum lock. Instead of standard preset fixed locking points, this cinch-lock mechanism permits an infinite number of openings. It is made of a material that is extremely durable, easy to clean and is pliable at all temperatures. The strap is relatively easy and inexpensive to replace. This material is also used for the head straps.

Replacement parts are available.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

AlumiSpec™ Equine Speculum #30150 $1,925.00
AlumiSpec™ Cam Buckle #30150-3 $18.50
AlumiSpec™ Replacement Strap #30150-2 $15.00

McPherson Speculums

These are the traditional full-mouth speculums that have been in use for many years. We offer several styles depending on the level of quality and finish you desire, the features you need and your budget. We also offer a "mini" version that is suitable for ponies, foals, neonates and some miniature horses.

Bronze Alloy Models -

Our most popular premium speculum is made in Australia from a forty-ton, high tensile strength bronze alloy. It has biothane straps that are supple yet virtually indestructible in daily use. Two sizes are available. One for full-size horses and a smaller one for ponies, foals, neonates and some miniature horses. The latter comes has two sets of incisor cups; one smaller and one larger. Replacement parts are available.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Premium Full-Size Speculum #30122 $365.00
Premium Mini-Size Speculum  #30140 $442.00

Stainless Steel Models -

We offer two manufacturer's Stainless Steel speculums; one Australian, one American. The Australian speculum is made by The Edge™, has biothane straps and is polished.  It is pictured here.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

The Edge Speculum - high polish #30170 $636.00

The USA made stainless steel speculum we offer is one of the finest on the market. It is a deluxe model that is that has been highly polished and has premium blond, stitched leather straps which are oiled and waxed. Less expensive versions are also available that feature the same stainless steel frame, but are available with biothane straps or with an unpolished (matte) finish. Replacement parts are available.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Deluxe Mouth Speculum w/Leather Straps #30190 $734.00
Deluxe Mouth Speculum w/Biothane Straps  #30191 $673.00
Deluxe Mouth Speculum w/ Matte Finish & Biothane Straps #30191-1 $489.00

McPherson Speculum Spreader Bar

The Spreader Bar gives greater stabilization to McPherson style speculums. The bar also helps to hold the speculum side plates away from the horse's cheeks and keeps it from collapsing if the horse is suspended. The Spreader Bar comes with bar, straps, and mounting hardware.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Spreader Bar #30189 $96.00

Speculum Lights

 Spec BiteLite™

The Spec BiteLite™ fits most styles and sizes of speculums by attaching to the upper bite plate. It has two LED lights and uses four replaceable "AA" batteries. The unit is made of a heavy, durable plastic and is water resistant. It has a metal protective plate to prevent the light from equipment damage.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Spec BiteLite™ #55015 $320.00

  

Deluxe Spec BiteLite™

The Deluxe Spec BiteLite™ is designed to replace the bite plates on standard-sized McPherson style speculums.  The is extremely bright and illuminates the full arcade.  It is powered by four AA batteries and is completely waterproof. The highly polished stainless steel bite plates are our deluxe version and provide much better retention of the horse’s incisors. The light's case is made of heavy, durable plastic that is virtually unbreakable. The LED light itself is built into the this case and never needs changing.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Deluxe Spec BiteLite™  #55030 $669.00

 

Mouth Wedges

Harlton's Mouth Wedge

The design of this premium wedge permits several teeth to rest on it at one time. This keeps it from slipping and spreads the force across several teeth to reduce the danger of cracking. Additionally, the wedge portion is covered with a thick piece of neoprene making it more comfortable for the horse. And, because this surface is so comfortable, the horse doesn't fight it, the neoprene doesn't wear quickly and your work is safer, quicker and easier.

The length of the mouthpiece is 3 1/4" and it is 1 1/2" wide. The height (at widest part) is 2" and the length of the handle is 8 1/2". The neoprene replacement kit contains two neoprene pads, eight screws and an Allen-head wrench.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Harlton's Comfort Wedge #30310 $213.00
Neoprene Replacement Kit  #30330 $41.00

 

Equine Head Rests

Our headrests are made of lightweight aluminum and feature a tip resistant base, twist-proof square shank and infinite-height adjustment lock. In addition, they are powder coated to make cleanup easy. They can be quickly disassembled for transportation and storage.

Cradle Style Headrest

Our "cradle style" headrest features next generation ergonomics that hold the horse steadier than traditional headstands. This new design provides a large, flat resting area for the horse's head.

Unlike most headstands, which have a rounded and narrow "u"-shaped chin rest, this large padded platform with gradually sloping sides is more stable. Thus, it is both more secure for a sedated horse and places less strain on the mandible.

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Cradle Style Headrest #30262 $475.00

 

 

Standard Head Rest

Our Standard Headrest is identical to our Cradle Style except that it has the traditional round style resting pad pictured here.  

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Equine Head Rest, Standard 

#30220

 $400.00

Radiography Top for Headstands

This top fits either one of our square-shank headrests shown above and can be used in place of the standard top when shooting x-rays of the equine head.  

Product Description

Stock #

Price

Radiography Top for Headstands 

#30265

 $97.00

 

 

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Last modified: June 28, 2010