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- A Minnesota retractor is a surgical instrument used to hold and separate tissues, organs, or structures during surgery. It is commonly used in dental and oral procedures, especially during treatments and interventions on the jaws, teeth, and surrounding soft tissues.

- Design: The Minnesota flap retractor is shaped like a nail curette, with a handle and a flap with a sharp, pointed tip. The flap is curved and serrated on one side, helping to hold and separate tissues during surgery.

- Function: The Minnesota flap is used to hold and separate tissues, organs or structures during dental and oral surgery. This instrument helps create space and fix surrounding organs or tissues, helping dentists perform procedures more easily and effectively.

- Use: The Minnesota flap is held by a physician or medical staff and placed in the area to be operated on during surgery. When expanded, the flap will hold and separate tissues, organs or structures, creating space for the surgery.