Fig. 235 Upper Root (Parallel Beaks) Extraction Forceps

Product Overview

Fig. 235 Upper Root (Parallel Beaks) Extraction Forceps is a specialized dental extraction instrument designed for the controlled removal of upper tooth roots and retained root structures during routine and surgical dental procedures. The instrument features parallel beaks designed to approach and engage the root structure securely while maintaining controlled alignment during the extraction procedure.

Fig. 235 is commonly classified within the English Pattern Extraction Forceps family and is specifically identified for upper roots with parallel beaks. Dental instrument catalogs list Fig. 235 alongside other English-pattern extraction forceps, including Fig. 233 for lower roots with parallel beaks.

The parallel-beak configuration is particularly useful where controlled adaptation around an upper root is required. Properly selected root forceps allow the dental professional to establish a secure grip on the accessible root structure and apply controlled extraction movements appropriate to the clinical situation.

Product Name

Fig. 235 Upper Root (Parallel Beaks) Extraction Forceps

Instrument Type

• Dental Extraction Forceps
• English Pattern Extraction Forceps
• Upper Root Extraction Forceps
• Parallel Beak Root Forceps
• Reusable Dental Instrument

Intended Application

Fig. 235 is intended for professional dental procedures involving the removal of upper tooth roots and root remnants. Its specialized parallel-beak design allows the instrument to be positioned around the accessible root structure for controlled engagement and manipulation.

The instrument may be selected for cases involving:

• Extraction of upper tooth roots
• Removal of retained upper root portions
• Extraction following crown fracture where the root remains accessible
• Removal of residual root structures during dental surgery
• Routine oral surgery procedures requiring upper-root extraction forceps
• Professional dental extraction procedures where a parallel-beak pattern is appropriate

Clinical selection and use should always be based on the patient’s anatomy, the condition and accessibility of the root, and the professional judgment of the treating dental practitioner.

Parallel Beak Design

A defining feature of Fig. 235 is its parallel-beak configuration. The beaks are designed to remain closely aligned as they engage the root, helping provide a more consistent gripping surface around the accessible root structure.

For upper extraction forceps, the relationship between the beaks and handles is generally designed to facilitate access to the maxillary arch while keeping the working ends appropriately aligned with the tooth or root.

The parallel-beak arrangement is particularly relevant when working with narrow root structures because the beaks can be positioned along the root rather than relying on a broad molar-style gripping configuration.

Construction and Material

For professional dental instrumentation, Fig. 235 can be manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, providing the durability and corrosion resistance required for reusable dental instruments. One manufacturer identifies its Fig. 235, Article No. 200-69, as being manufactured from AISI 420 surgical-grade stainless steel.

A high-quality stainless-steel construction provides several practical benefits:

• Excellent mechanical strength
• Resistance to corrosion under appropriate care
• Durable working surfaces
• Smooth instrument handling
• Suitability for repeated professional use
• Compatibility with appropriate cleaning and sterilization procedures when the specific instrument is validated for such processing

Ergonomic Handle Design

The handles of Fig. 235 are designed to provide the operator with a controlled grip during dental extraction procedures. A balanced handle configuration supports precise positioning and helps the practitioner maintain controlled instrument movement.

The ergonomic characteristics of the instrument are important because extraction procedures require the dental professional to carefully control the direction and magnitude of applied force. The forceps should therefore be held and manipulated according to established clinical technique and the specific anatomy of the tooth and surrounding structures.

Precision Working Ends

The working ends of Fig. 235 are designed specifically around the requirements of upper-root extraction. The parallel beaks provide a focused contact area for engaging an accessible root structure.

The precision of the beak profile is an important consideration in root extraction instruments because appropriate adaptation can help the clinician maintain a controlled grip and minimize unnecessary contact with surrounding structures.

The instrument should always be used only when its beak geometry and dimensions are appropriate for the specific clinical application.