{"product_id":"extraction-forceps-22-lower-molars-sandblasted","title":"Extraction Forceps #22 Lower Molars, Sandblasted Anti-Glare Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnglish-pattern #22 extraction forceps for lower (mandibular) molars, left or right. Pointed buccal and lingual beaks fit into the tooth's bifurcation for a secure grip, and the sandblasted matte finish minimises glare from the operating light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor extraction of lower molars, left or right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointed beaks fit the tooth bifurcation for a secure grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandblasted matte finish that minimises glare from the operating light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese-standard (JIS) SUS 410J1 stainless steel, autoclavable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is extraction forceps #22 used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is used for extracting lower (mandibular) molars on either side, using pointed beaks that fit the tooth's bifurcation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the sandblasted finish do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe forceps are processed with high-pressure bead-blasting to create a uniform matte surface. Unlike a mirror-polished instrument, this matte finish minimises glare and reflection from the operating light. It is a surface finish on the steel itself, not a paint or coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between English pattern and other forceps patterns?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnglish pattern forceps have a visible hinge screw, giving extra leverage compared with some continental patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat material is this instrument made from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is manufactured from Japanese-standard (JIS) SUS 410J1 stainless steel and withstands repeated autoclave sterilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a polished finish? See the regular \u003ca href=\"\/products\/extraction-forceps-lower-molars-22\"\u003eExtraction Forceps, #22 Lower Molars\u003c\/a\u003e. Want all ten patterns? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tooth-forceps-english-pattern-set-of-10-pieces\"\u003eSandblasted English Pattern Extraction Forceps, Set of 10\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/extraction-forceps\"\u003eextraction forceps\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eManufactured by InstruDental, UK specialists in dental hand instruments.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INSTRUDENTAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54984617591121,"sku":"142522S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/theinstrudental.co.uk\/products\/extraction-forceps-22-lower-molars-sandblasted","provider":"InstruDental","version":"1.0","type":"link"}