Sklar Merit Standard Extracting Forceps, Multiple Tips
A range of standard extracting forceps covering multiple tooth positions, including left and right hand variants, used for dental tooth extraction.
The Sklar Merit Standard Extracting Forceps range is a set of dental instruments shaped to match the root and crown anatomy of specific tooth positions, supporting a secure grip during extraction. This listing covers a wide range of tip patterns, including #1 for upper incisors along with numbered patterns such as #16, #17, #18L, #23, #24, #62, #65, #69, #88L and #151, with left hand options provided for #18L and #88L to suit the operator's approach on either side of the mouth.
Having a dedicated tip shape for each tooth position allows the dentist to achieve a firmer, more predictable hold on the tooth before applying the controlled movements needed to loosen and deliver it from the socket, reducing the risk of fracture during the procedure. Forceps of this kind are used routinely across general dental practice and oral surgery wherever a tooth needs to be extracted due to decay, infection, fracture or orthodontic treatment planning.
Made from surgical grade stainless steel, they are built to withstand extraction forces and repeated autoclave sterilisation. They are a core part of dental extraction kits used across clinics.
