Fig. MD4 (Mead Lower Molars) – Dental Extraction Forceps

Product Overview

The Fig. MD4 (Mead Lower Molars) Extraction Forceps is a professionally designed dental extraction instrument intended for use during the removal of lower molar teeth. The MD4 is recognized as a Mead-pattern extraction forceps for lower molars and is included in professional dental instrument catalogs as a dedicated lower-molar extraction instrument.

Designed with the requirements of clinical dentistry in mind, the Fig. MD4 provides the dentist with a purpose-specific instrument for engaging lower molar teeth during extraction procedures. Its working ends are designed to provide controlled tooth engagement while the handles allow the operator to apply the necessary manual force during the extraction process.

The instrument is suitable for professional dental environments, including general dental practices, oral surgery settings, dental clinics, teaching institutions, and dental instrument sets where dedicated lower-molar extraction forceps are required.

Product Name

Fig. MD4 – Mead Lower Molars Extraction Forceps

Instrument Type

Dental Tooth Extraction Forceps

Pattern

Mead Pattern

Intended Application

Extraction of Lower Molars

Description

The Fig. MD4 Mead Lower Molars Extraction Forceps is specifically intended for dental procedures involving the extraction of lower molar teeth. Lower molars can present particular challenges during extraction because of their tooth anatomy, root configuration, position within the mandibular arch, and surrounding anatomical structures. A dedicated lower-molar forceps provides the clinician with an instrument designed specifically for this category of extraction.

The MD4 is listed by established dental instrument references as a Mead forceps for lower molars. HuFriedy’s forceps reference identifies the MD4 as a Mead forceps, while dental instrument catalogs identify Fig. MD4 specifically for lower molars.

The forceps is intended to assist the dental professional in securely engaging the tooth and performing controlled extraction movements appropriate to the individual clinical situation. As with all dental extraction instruments, the exact technique and application should be determined by a qualified dental professional according to the patient’s anatomy, tooth condition, and treatment requirements.

Key Features

• Mead-pattern lower molar extraction forceps
• Designed specifically for lower molar extraction procedures
• Dedicated working design for engaging lower molar teeth
• Suitable for professional dental and oral-surgical environments
• Appropriate for use in general dental practices and clinical instrument sets
• Designed for controlled manual handling during extraction procedures
• Suitable for dental clinics, hospitals, teaching institutions, and professional dental laboratories
• Available as part of professional dental extraction instrument ranges
• Reusable surgical/dental instrument when appropriately processed according to the manufacturer’s instructions