Anestube Syringe
Manufacturer / MakerCreated by
Novocol Chemical Mfg Co.
Dateca. 1955
Mediummetal
Dimensions4 × 1 3/4 × 5/8 in. (10.2 × 4.4 × 1.6 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. John Roberts
Object numberPC1999.87.107
DescriptionThis object is a Dental Aspirating Syringe used to administer local anesthesia during dental procedures. The object has a wide, horizontal plunger at the top, with two, slightly curved, metal flanges on opposite sides located just below. The cylindrical barrel of the syringe is open on one side, with a large oval-shaped hole on the reverse side. "NOVOL / ANESTUBE / A20" is stamped below the hole on the lower barrel. The tip of the object has a very small, cylindrical socket to insert various needle tips. Moderate levels of corrosion are visible around the interior of the barrel.On View
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