{"product_id":"extraction-forceps-51-upper-roots-sandblasted","title":"Extraction Forceps #51 Upper Roots, Bayonet, Sandblasted Anti-Glare Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnglish-pattern #51 bayonet forceps for upper root fragments and residual roots, particularly in the posterior region. The offset bayonet shape keeps the handle clear of the line of access, and the sandblasted matte finish minimises glare from the operating light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor extraction of upper root fragments, particularly posterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBayonet offset for improved posterior access\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 a bayonet forceps used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe offset bayonet shape lets the forceps reach upper root fragments in the posterior of the mouth without the handle obstructing access.\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\u003eIs #51 the same as a straight root forceps?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The bayonet offset is designed to improve reach in posterior areas where straight root forceps can be awkward.\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-upper-roots-upper-bayonet-forceps-51\"\u003eExtraction Forceps, #51 Upper Roots, Upper Bayonet Forceps\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":54984640823633,"sku":"142551S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/theinstrudental.co.uk\/products\/extraction-forceps-51-upper-roots-sandblasted","provider":"InstruDental","version":"1.0","type":"link"}