170 mm Witzel Upper Roots Universal Dental Forceps

Product Overview

The 170 mm Witzel Upper Roots Universal Dental Forceps is a precision dental extraction instrument designed for the controlled removal of upper tooth roots and residual root fragments during dental extraction procedures. This universal Witzel-pattern forceps features a specialized working profile intended to provide access to difficult-to-reach root areas while supporting secure handling and controlled extraction.

The Witzel design is widely associated with root-fragment and root extraction applications. Dental instrument catalogues identify the Witzel DK-26 as a 170 mm universal forceps for upper roots, distinguishing it from the corresponding Witzel lower-root model.

Its carefully proportioned working ends and elongated overall design make this instrument particularly suitable for dental professionals who require controlled access to upper-root areas. The instrument can be incorporated into routine dental extraction and oral surgical instrument sets where a dedicated root forceps is required.

Product Name

Witzel Upper Roots Universal Dental Forceps – 170 mm

Alternative Product Names

• 170 mm Witzel Upper Root Forceps
• Witzel Universal Upper Root Forceps
• Witzel Root Extraction Forceps
• Witzel Upper Roots Extracting Forceps
• Witzel Root Fragment Forceps
• Universal Upper Root Extraction Forceps
• Witzel Dental Extraction Forceps
• Witzel Pattern Root Forceps
• Upper Root Fragment Extraction Forceps
• 170 mm Dental Root Forceps

Key Features

• Instrument Type: Dental Extraction Forceps
• Pattern: Witzel
• Application: Upper Roots
• Design: Universal
• Overall Length: 170 mm
• Use: Root and residual root extraction
• Category: Dental / Oral Surgery Instruments
• Construction: Precision-manufactured reusable surgical instrument
• Handling: Designed for controlled manipulation during extraction
• Working Profile: Suitable for access to upper-root areas
• Finish: Available in professional surgical instrument finishes according to manufacturer specification
• Sterilization: Suitable for standard validated sterilization procedures when supplied as a reusable stainless-steel instrument

Detailed Description

The 170 mm Witzel Upper Roots Universal Dental Forceps is designed for dental professionals performing extraction procedures involving upper tooth roots and residual root fragments. Its Witzel pattern provides a specialized configuration for accessing root structures where conventional extraction forceps may not provide the desired working access.

The elongated 170 mm construction provides useful reach within the oral cavity while maintaining a practical balance between accessibility and instrument control. The universal upper-root configuration is intended to accommodate upper-root extraction applications without being limited to a single tooth position.

The working ends are designed to engage the root structure with controlled contact, allowing the operator to apply appropriate extraction forces according to the clinical situation. As with all dental extraction instruments, the exact technique and amount of force required depend on tooth anatomy, root morphology, surrounding bone, periodontal condition, and the professional judgment of the treating clinician.

The Witzel pattern is also recognized in root-fragment forceps designed to provide access to residual roots. Some Witzel root forceps incorporate an S-shaped configuration specifically intended to facilitate access in different areas of the mouth.