Lower Molares (24)

Lower Molars:

• Extraction Forceps
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Designed for extracting lower molars; features a robust, angled beak for optimal grip and leverage on the tooth.
    • Ergonomic handle design enhances control and comfort during extraction.
• Elevators
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Used to loosen lower molars prior to extraction; various shapes provide effective access to the roots.
    • Minimizes trauma to surrounding tissues during the extraction process.
• Bone Chisels and Rongeurs
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Employed for removing bone around the lower molar during surgical extractions; rongeurs allow for precise and controlled bone removal.
• Surgical Scissors
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Sharp blades for making incisions in soft tissue during molar extractions or surgical procedures.
• Irrigation Needles
  • Material: Stainless steel or plastic
  • Features:
    • Long, slender tips for delivering irrigants, helping maintain a clean surgical field during extraction.
• Suction Tips
  • Material: Plastic or stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Essential for clearing blood and debris during the extraction, ensuring visibility and a clean field.
• X-ray Film or Sensors
  • Material: Photographic film or digital sensors
  • Features:
    • Used to assess the position and roots of lower molars; critical for planning and executing extractions.

Specific Instrument: 24

• 24 Forceps
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Features:
    • Specifically designed for the extraction of lower molars.
    • Features a robust, angled beak that effectively grips the tooth, allowing for strong leverage during extraction.
    • Ergonomic handle design promotes clinician comfort and precision during procedures.

Additional Notes

• Instruments are typically autoclavable for sterility and hygiene.
• Proper selection and handling of instruments are crucial for the efficiency and success of lower molar extractions. Ergonomic designs help improve clinician comfort and control during these challenging procedures.