Fig. 121 – Upper Third Molars

Ogden-Felsch Extracting Forceps – Fig. 121

The Fig. 121 Upper Third Molars Extracting Forceps is a specialized dental extraction instrument designed for the controlled removal of maxillary third molars, commonly known as upper wisdom teeth. This instrument is manufactured according to the established Ogden-Felsch pattern and is intended to provide dental professionals with reliable access, secure tooth engagement, controlled application of force, and precise handling during extraction procedures.

The Fig. 121 is categorized as an English-pattern extracting forceps and is specifically identified in dental instrument catalogs as an instrument for upper third molars. Its specialized working-end configuration is designed to accommodate the anatomical characteristics of maxillary wisdom teeth and assist the clinician in maintaining a firm and controlled grasp during extraction.

Product Overview

Upper third molar extraction can present particular challenges because the position, eruption status, crown morphology, and root configuration of wisdom teeth can vary considerably between patients. The Fig. 121 Ogden-Felsch Extracting Forceps is designed as a dedicated instrument for this application, giving the dental professional an appropriately shaped working end for engagement of upper third molars.

The instrument features serrated working tips, which are intended to improve traction and help maintain contact with the tooth during controlled manipulation. The specialized beak configuration allows the instrument to engage the tooth securely while the English-pattern handle provides leverage and control appropriate for dental extraction procedures.

Key Features

• Product: Fig. 121 Upper Third Molars Extracting Forceps
• Pattern: Ogden-Felsch / English Pattern
• Application: Extraction of upper third molars
• Working Tips: Serrated tips
• Instrument Type: Dental extraction forceps
• Application Area: Maxillary arch
• Primary Use: Upper wisdom tooth extraction
• Construction: Suitable medical-grade stainless-steel construction
• Design: Specialized upper-third-molar configuration
• Handling: Designed for controlled gripping and manipulation
• Reusable Design: Suitable for professional sterilization when manufactured to applicable reusable-instrument specifications

Specialized Design for Upper Third Molars

The primary purpose of Fig. 121 is to provide a dedicated solution for the extraction of maxillary third molars. Unlike general-purpose extraction forceps, specialized third-molar forceps are configured with a working end appropriate for the location and anatomy of wisdom teeth.

The Fig. 121 design helps the operator establish controlled contact with the tooth before applying extraction movements. Its specialized geometry is particularly valuable when access to the posterior maxillary region is restricted and an appropriately shaped instrument is required.

The serrated tips provide additional surface engagement and help reduce unwanted slippage when the instrument is properly positioned on the tooth. This feature is especially important during controlled extraction because maintaining consistent contact between the beaks and the tooth contributes to accurate transmission of the operator’s applied force.