The Spit Sucker

We all know the Spit Sucker. It’s that straw-shaped tool that you close your mouth around and SLURP! It takes away all the fluids in your mouth. Its professional name is the “saliva ejector” but did you know why it is so important?

The Spit Sucker uses suction to remove water and saliva, while working to improve patient comfort and to keep everything clean and dry. Quick, efficient, and sanitary, the Spit Sucker makes it easier for the dentist to work and improves the experience for the patient. Many patients prefer the spit sucker to rinsing out their mouths and spitting. Indeed, if the patient is in for dental surgery, spitting can disrupt healing.

So there you go! In spite of such a silly name, the Spit Sucker is a valuable member of our dental toolbox.