A bite block is used to protect the endoscope used in transoral gastrointestinal procedures and is required in all such procedures. A number of bite blocks are on the market. Our Standard Bite Block provides a higher level of protection as it is less easily expelled from the mouth. The Standard Bite Block is designed with a bigger lip and slightly different aperture than other bite blocks.

Standard Bite Block Facts

• Approximately 18 –20M upper endoscopies done per year Worldwide and all procedures need bite blocks to prevent injury to endoscopes and the patients’ teeth
• Class I, 510(k) exempt device
• Advantages
  • Harder to expel from mouth
  • Softer material
  • Superior crush resistance
  • Larger working inner diameter

Patent Pending. Commercialization in 2009