Upper Dental Extraction Forceps

Upper Dental Extraction Forceps

Upper Dental Extraction Forceps are precision-engineered instruments designed to facilitate the safe and efficient removal of upper arch teeth in clinical dental practice. Whether performing routine extractions or managing complex cases, selecting the right forceps is essential for minimising patient trauma and achieving clean, controlled extractions.

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Which Upper Extraction Forceps Do You Need?

Find the tooth group first, then the forceps number and jaw finish; every active product in the collection is linked once below, and the Use column repeats the indication named in each product title.

Incisors and canines

Zepf No. Pattern or size Use
10.002.90 #2, apical retention Upper incisors and canines
12.002.00Z English Pattern #2, Xcision-Line Upper incisors and canines
12.002.00ZD English Pattern #2, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper incisors and canines
12.034.00Z English Pattern #34, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line Upper incisors and canines
12.034.00ZD English Pattern #34, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper incisors and canines
12.034.01Z English Pattern #34A, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line Upper incisors and canines
12.034.01ZD English Pattern #34A, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper incisors and canines
12.034.07Z English Pattern #34N, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, Secure-Line Upper incisors and canines
12.034.08Z English Pattern #34M, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, Secure-Line Upper incisors and canines
12.234.07ZTI English Pattern #34N modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, Onyx coating Upper incisors and canines
12.234.08ZD English Pattern #34M modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws Upper incisors and canines
12.234.08ZTI English Pattern #34M modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws, Onyx coating Upper incisors and canines
14.065.00 American Pattern #65 Upper incisors and roots

Premolars

Zepf No. Pattern or size Use
10.007.90 English Pattern #7 Upper premolars
12.035.00Z English Pattern #35, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line Upper premolars
12.035.00ZD English Pattern #35, special beaks, deep grip, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper premolars
12.035.01Z English Pattern #35A, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line Upper premolars
12.035.01ZD English Pattern #35A, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper premolars
12.035.07Z English Pattern #35N, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, Secure-Line Upper premolars
12.035.08Z English Pattern #35M, special beaks, far reaching, Xcision-Line, Secure-Line Upper premolars
12.235.07Z English Pattern #35N modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line Upper premolars
12.235.07ZD English Pattern #35N modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws Upper premolars
12.235.07ZTI English Pattern #35N modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws, Onyx coating Upper premolars
12.235.08Z English Pattern #35M modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line Upper premolars
12.235.08ZD English Pattern #35M modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws Upper premolars
12.235.08ZTI English Pattern #35M modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws, Onyx coating Upper premolars
10.633.09 English Pattern #33AS Upper roots and premolars

Molars

Zepf No. Pattern or size Use
12.017.00Z English Pattern #17, Xcision-Line Upper right molars
12.017.00ZD English Pattern #17, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper right molars
12.217.00ZD English Pattern #17 modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, diamond coated jaws Upper right molars
12.217.00ZTI English Pattern #17 modified, Roba-Edition, Xcision-Line, Onyx coating Upper right molars
12.018.00Z English Pattern #18, Xcision-Line Upper left molars
12.018.00ZD English Pattern #18, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper left molars
14.010.09 American Pattern #10-S Upper molars
14.010.11 American Pattern #10-AS Upper molars
14.053.15 American Pattern #53-L Upper molars, left side
14.053.16 American Pattern #53-R Upper molars, right side
14.210.05 American Pattern #210-S Upper third molars

Roots

Zepf No. Pattern or size Use
12.044.15Z English Pattern #44, Xcision-Line Upper roots
12.051.01Z English Pattern #51A, Xcision-Line Upper jaw roots
12.051.01ZD English Pattern #51A, Xcision-Line, diamond coated Upper jaw roots
12.051.15 #51-Sb Upper roots
12.051.15Z #51Sb, Xcision-Line, Rescue-Line Upper jaw roots
12.051.15ZD #51Sb, Xcision-Line, diamond coated, Rescue-Line Upper jaw roots
12.051.15ZS #51-Sb, serrated edges, Xcision-Line, Rescue-Line Upper roots
12.051.15ZSD #51-Sb, serrated edges, Xcision-Line, diamond coated, Rescue-Line Upper roots
12.051.15ZSTI #51-Sb, serrated edges, Xcision-Line, Onyx coating Upper roots
12.051.97Z #51-W, Xcision-Line Upper jaw roots

Cryer #150 and pediatric (American Pattern)

Zepf No. Pattern or size Use
14.150.00 Cryer #150 Upper incisors, premolars and roots
14.150.00D Cryer #150, diamond coated Upper incisors, premolars and roots
14.150.10 Cryer #150-AB Upper teeth
14.150.05 Cryer #150-S, pediatric Upper teeth, children
14.150.11 #150-AS, pediatric Upper teeth, children

Lifetime Warranty

Every dental extraction forcep in this collection is backed by a Lifetime Warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the instrument. This coverage is exclusive to the Helmut Zepf dental extraction forcep category.

What Are Upper Dental Extraction Forceps?

Upper Dental Extraction Forceps are specialised handheld tools used by dental professionals to grasp and luxate teeth from the upper jaw. Each pattern is ergonomically designed to match the anatomy of specific tooth groups — including incisors, canines, premolars, and molars — allowing for precise angulation and firm grip during extraction procedures.

Key Features

  • High-grade stainless steel construction for durability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with autoclave sterilization
  • Pattern-specific beak designs engineered to seat accurately on the cervical margin of target teeth
  • Ergonomic handle geometry providing superior leverage and reducing operator fatigue during procedures
  • Smooth, precision-finished surfaces that comply with clinical hygiene standards

Instrument Patterns and Applications

Upper Dental Extraction Forceps are available in a range of patterns to suit different tooth types and clinical situations. Upper straight forceps are typically used for anterior teeth, while bayonet and curved designs address premolars and molars. Cowhorn patterns are commonly employed for upper molars where bifurcation engagement is required.

Clinical Use

The collection covers forceps extraction across the upper arch: #2 and #34-series patterns for incisors and canines, #7, #33AS and #35-series patterns for premolars, #17/#18, #10, #53 and #210 patterns for molars and third molars, #44 and #51-series patterns for upper roots, and the Cryer #150 family including pediatric versions, with the tooth group named in each product title.

Sterilization and Maintenance

All upper extraction forceps are autoclavable and should be cleaned, inspected, and sterilized according to your practice infection control protocol after every use. Regular inspection for joint integrity, beak wear, and surface integrity ensures consistent clinical performance and instrument longevity.

Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow for Helmut Zepf extraction forceps.

Compare With

Related Helmut Zepf collections: Lower Dental Extraction Forceps, Best Forceps for Upper Molar Extraction, Tooth Extraction Forceps Xcision-Line® Roba Edition, American Pattern Extraction Forceps, Root Tip Forceps - Rescue-Line, and Dental Elevators. For forceps numbers and terminology, see the Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.

Technical references: Extraction Forceps Numbers Guide · Surgical Forceps Identification Guide

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FAQ

Are Upper Dental Extraction Forceps suitable for both left and right sides? Most upper anterior and premolar forceps are designed for bilateral use. Specific molar patterns may be designated left or right to accommodate root anatomy.

What materials are these forceps made from? Upper Dental Extraction Forceps in this collection are manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel, offering reliable performance and full autoclave compatibility.

How do I choose the correct forceps pattern? Pattern selection depends on the tooth type, root morphology, and clinical access. Consult instrument guides or contact our team for recommendations tailored to your practice needs.

Further reading: Molar Extraction Forceps

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