English Pattern Extraction Forceps No. 87
The English Pattern Extraction Forceps No. 87 collection holds the Helmut Zepf #87 modified English Pattern forceps for lower molars, in the Xcision-Line. English Pattern forceps carry the classic English numbering: beak shape and hinge follow the tooth they are made for. This page lists 1 version of No. 87, made in Germany by Helmut Zepf, and every one on this page ships from our US warehouse.
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Regular price $268.99Unit price
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Which No. 87 Extraction Forceps Do You Need?
This collection has one No. 87 forceps, linked below by its Zepf number; the Use column repeats the indication named in the product title.
No. 87 forceps by Helmut Zepf1 items
| Zepf No. | Pattern or size | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 12.087.00Z | #87, modified, Xcision-Line | Lower molars |
Warranty and Our Guarantee
Every Zepf extraction forceps carries a lifetime Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. And because a forceps can only be judged in the hand, you have 60 days to return it for any reason — even after you have used it. Try it on real extractions; if it is not the instrument for you, send it back.
Made in Germany by Helmut Zepf
Helmut Zepf has manufactured dental and surgical instruments in Germany for over 100 years. Every instrument on this page is forged, ground and finished by Zepf and carries its part number for traceability.
Clinical Use
Per the product title, the No. 87 forceps on this page is a modified pattern made for lower molars.
- Lower molars: the beaks are shaped to seat below the cervical line and grip the root, not the crown.
- Seat before you move: push the beaks apically to full contact with the root before applying any luxating movement; a forceps that grips only the crown breaks it.
- Other Zepf forceps lines: diamond-coated Xcision-Line forceps, for a non-slip hold on smooth or fractured roots, and the Roba / exLOG editions, with slimmer, deeper-reaching beaks for roots and difficult extractions, are listed in their own collections.
Care and Reconditioning
Zepf surgical instruments are resharpened, re-aligned and reconditioned by our sharpening and reconditioning service when the working end dulls. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients.
Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow for Helmut Zepf extraction forceps.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Ash Dental Forceps – Ash Pattern (English Pattern) Extraction Forceps, Extraction Forceps Xcision-Line® Collection, Lower Dental Extraction Forceps, Best Forceps for Lower Molar Extraction, and English Pattern Extraction Forceps No. 79. For forceps numbers and terminology, see the Extraction Forceps Numbers Guide and the Surgical Forceps Identification Guide.
Related resources: Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart · Extraction Forceps Numbers Guide · All Extraction Forceps · Xcision-Line Forceps · Ash / English Pattern Forceps · Oral Surgery Instruments
FAQ
What is a No. 87 forceps used for?
Lower molars, per the product title (a modified #87, Xcision-Line). The number identifies the beak and hinge geometry made for that tooth.
Serrated or diamond-coated?
Serrated beaks are the standard; diamond coating adds grip on smooth or fractured roots and lets you extract with less squeezing force.
What are the Roba and exLOG editions?
Zepf’s RoBa-Edition forceps, developed with dentist Beck, have patented beaks with a tapered outer contour for a deep grip and concave inner contours that fit the tooth. The exLOG RoBa Edition adds a joint that comes apart into two parts for cleaning.
Is there a warranty?
Lifetime on Zepf extraction forceps under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return for any reason, even after use.
