Fig 287 – Swing Lower Molars Dental Extraction Forceps

Product Overview

The Fig 287 Swing Lower Molars Dental Extraction Forceps is a specialized instrument intended for dental professionals performing extraction procedures involving lower molars. Its designated swing-style pattern distinguishes it from conventional extraction forceps and is intended to support access and positioning in the lower posterior region of the mouth.

Designed for professional dental environments, this instrument can be included in dental extraction instrument sets used in general dentistry and oral surgery. Its practical design emphasizes handling, positioning, and access to the lower molar area during appropriately selected extraction procedures.

Design and Construction

The Fig 287 Swing Lower Molars Forceps features a purpose-specific configuration intended for lower molar applications. The instrument’s working ends are designed to engage the tooth in accordance with its particular pattern, while the handles provide a means for the clinician to hold and manipulate the instrument.

Exact construction materials, dimensions, beak geometry, surface finish, and sterilization compatibility should be confirmed against the manufacturer’s specifications for the supplied model.

Key Features

• Product identification: Fig 287 Swing Lower Molars Forceps.
• Instrument category: Dental extraction forceps.
• Intended application: Lower molar extraction procedures.
• Specialized pattern: Swing-style configuration.
• Professional handling: Designed for use by trained dental practitioners.
• Clinical setting: Dental clinics, oral surgery facilities, and professional dental practices.
• Instrument collection: Suitable for inclusion in a dental extraction instrument range.
• Reusable-instrument care: Reprocessing must follow the manufacturer’s validated cleaning, disinfection, inspection, and sterilization instructions, where applicable.

Applications and Uses

The Fig 287 Swing Lower Molars Forceps is intended for professional use in selected lower molar extraction procedures. Its specific pattern may be considered when the clinician requires an instrument configured for access to the mandibular posterior region.

Potential professional applications include:

• Selected lower molar extraction procedures.
• Dental extraction instrument setups.
• Oral surgery instrument collections.
• General dental practices that provide tooth extraction services.
• Professional dental equipment procurement and distribution.

Instrument selection should be based on the tooth’s anatomy, clinical assessment, access, and the practitioner’s training. This instrument does not replace appropriate examination, treatment planning, or clinical judgment.

Benefits for Dental Professionals

The dedicated lower molar pattern provides a clearly identified option within a dental extraction instrument collection. A purpose-specific instrument can help dental teams organize their procedure trays and select equipment appropriate to the planned clinical task.

The swing-style configuration is a defining product characteristic; its exact mechanical action and advantages should be verified with the manufacturer before making more specific performance claims.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Sterilization

To maintain instrument condition and support patient safety, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use.

1. Initial handling: Handle the used instrument according to the dental facility’s infection-control protocol.
2. Cleaning: Remove contamination using the validated cleaning procedure and compatible products.
3. Inspection: Check the instrument for damage, corrosion, wear, alignment issues, or other defects.
4. Sterilization: Use only a validated sterilization method approved for the instrument’s material and construction.
5. Storage: Store the processed instrument in an appropriate clean, dry environment.
6. Routine maintenance: Remove damaged instruments from service and arrange assessment or replacement as required.

Do not assume that a particular sterilization cycle or chemical is suitable without checking the manufacturer’s instructions.

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Fig 287 Swing Lower Molars Dental Extraction Forceps
• Figure Number: 287
• Instrument Type: Dental extraction forceps
• Designed Application: Lower molars
• Pattern: Swing
• Material: Confirm with manufacturer
• Overall Length: Confirm with manufacturer
• Finish: Confirm with manufacturer
• Reusable Status: Confirm with manufacturer
• Sterilization Compatibility: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
• Packaging: Confirm with supplier
• Intended Users: Qualified dental professionals