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What is the primary purpose of upper straight forceps with broad blades?
What is the primary purpose of upper straight forceps with broad blades?
- Extraction of lower premolars
- Extraction of upper lateral incisors
- Extraction of upper central incisors (correct)
- Extraction of upper molars
What distinguishes the upper premolar forceps from other types?
What distinguishes the upper premolar forceps from other types?
- They have wide blades.
- They are straight with no bends.
- They are exclusively for molar extraction.
- They have two bends in their design. (correct)
How many roots do upper molar teeth typically have?
How many roots do upper molar teeth typically have?
- One root
- Three roots (correct)
- Four roots
- Two roots
What is the design feature of the blade on the palatal side of upper molar forceps?
What is the design feature of the blade on the palatal side of upper molar forceps?
What is the function of the second bend in the design of upper premolar forceps?
What is the function of the second bend in the design of upper premolar forceps?
Which type of forceps is used specifically for the extraction of upper third molars?
Which type of forceps is used specifically for the extraction of upper third molars?
What type of blades do the upper premolar forceps have?
What type of blades do the upper premolar forceps have?
In upper molar forceps, what feature helps fit into the bifurcation between the two buccal roots?
In upper molar forceps, what feature helps fit into the bifurcation between the two buccal roots?
Study Notes
Upper Straight Forceps
- Characterized by blades, joint, and handle aligned in a straight line.
- Two types available:
- Heavy blades for extracting upper central incisors and canines (left and right).
- Fine blades for extracting upper lateral incisors and anterior retained roots (left and right).
Upper Premolar Forceps
- Features two bends in the design.
- First bend allows forceps to be applied parallel to the long axis of the premolar.
- Second bend in the handle prevents injury to the lower lip and adjacent mandibular teeth.
- Upper premolars can have one or two roots (buccal and palatal), with blade designs as mirror images of each other.
Upper Molar Forceps
- Specifically designed for upper molars, which have three roots: two buccal and one palatal.
- Palatal blade is rounded to fit the palatal root; buccal blades have pointed tips for entry into the bifurcation between mesial and distal buccal roots.
- Separate forceps for right and left molars; double bend design similar to premolar forceps.
- Bayonet forceps have blades offset from the long axis of handles, used for extracting upper third molars (right and left) and posterior roots with fine curved blades.
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Description
This quiz assesses your knowledge of various types of dental forceps, including their design and specific applications. You'll explore the features of upper straight forceps, upper premolar forceps, and upper molar forceps, along with their roles in dental extractions.
