Fig 74D (Lower Roots) – English Pattern Extracting Forceps

Product Overview

Fig 74D (Lower Roots) is a precision-designed English Pattern Dental Extracting Forceps intended for professional dental procedures involving the controlled extraction of lower tooth roots and retained root structures. This specialized dental instrument is identified in professional dental instrument catalogs as Fig. 74D – Lower Roots and is commonly listed under Code 1071. It is part of the English Pattern range of dental extraction forceps developed for controlled handling during dental extraction procedures.

The Fig 74D configuration is designed to provide dental professionals with an appropriate instrument profile for accessing and securely engaging lower-root structures during extraction. Its specialized working-end configuration is intended to facilitate controlled engagement of the root while allowing the operator to maintain a firm and deliberate grip throughout the procedure.

This instrument is suitable for use by qualified dental professionals in dental clinics, hospitals, oral surgery departments, dental teaching institutions, dental laboratories involved in instrument preparation, and professional dental practices where appropriate extraction instrumentation is required.

The Fig 74D Lower Roots Extracting Forceps represents a practical combination of traditional English Pattern design and precision dental instrumentation. Its purpose-specific construction makes it a useful addition to a comprehensive dental extraction instrument set.

Product Name

Fig 74D (Lower Roots) Extracting Forceps

Instrument Type

Dental Extracting Forceps – English Pattern

Figure Number

Fig. 74D

Common Instrument Code

1071

Intended Application

Extraction of Lower Roots

Category

Dental Instruments / Extraction Instruments / Extracting Forceps

Detailed Product Description

The Fig 74D (Lower Roots) Extracting Forceps is a specialized dental extraction instrument designed for professional use during procedures involving lower tooth roots. The instrument belongs to the established English Pattern family of dental extracting forceps, a category that includes numerous purpose-specific forceps configurations for different teeth and root extraction requirements.

The working geometry of an extraction forceps is particularly important when dealing with root structures because the clinician must obtain an appropriate purchase while maintaining adequate control of the instrument. The Fig 74D configuration is intended specifically for lower roots, providing a dedicated instrument option for situations in which a general-purpose extraction forceps may not provide the desired access or engagement.

Its design supports a controlled approach to engaging the remaining root structure and transferring the operator’s hand movement through the instrument to the working ends. Proper instrument selection can contribute to efficient procedural handling, particularly when the clinical situation calls for a forceps designed specifically for lower-root extraction.

As with all dental extraction instruments, the Fig 74D should be selected and used according to the clinical requirements of the individual patient, the condition and position of the tooth or root, and the professional judgment and technique of the treating dental practitioner.

Key Features

1. English Pattern Design

Fig 74D is categorized as an English Pattern Extracting Forceps. The English Pattern designation distinguishes the instrument within a recognized family of dental extraction forceps and allows dental professionals and procurement departments to identify the appropriate instrument configuration.

2. Designed for Lower Roots

The principal application of Fig 74D is lower-root extraction. Its dedicated configuration makes it appropriate for professional dental procedures where access to and controlled engagement of lower roots is required.

3. Specialized Working-End Configuration

The working ends are designed around the requirements of root extraction. Proper engagement of the root structure is essential for controlled manipulation, and the instrument’s specialized configuration is intended to support this requirement.

4. Controlled Instrument Handling

The forceps design allows the operator to maintain deliberate control during the extraction procedure. Controlled handling is particularly important when working around delicate oral structures and when attempting to preserve surrounding tissues.

5. Professional Dental Instrument

Fig 74D is intended as a professional dental instrument rather than a general-purpose tool. It is appropriate for dental practices and clinical environments where specialized extraction instruments are routinely required.

6. Recognized Figure Identification

The Fig. 74D designation provides a convenient reference for dental professionals, distributors, purchasing departments, and manufacturers when identifying the required instrument configuration.

7. Suitable for Dental Instrument Sets

The Fig 74D can be included within comprehensive dental extraction sets and English Pattern forceps collections, particularly where a dedicated lower-root extraction instrument is required.