3 Key Benefits of Using Physics Forceps Standard Series
When extractions are inevitable, clinicians want to use the safest and most predictable forceps to remove the tooth without using brute force. While the words “atraumatic extraction” may seem like an oxymoron to patients, who see their tooth being pulled as quite the traumatic experience, dental professionals know that this technique is actually designed to cause the least amount of trauma to surrounding bone and tissue during extraction.
Designed to easily facilitate atraumatic extractions, Directa Dental’s Physics Forceps Standard Series is effective in most cases, including decayed or broken teeth, endodontically treated teeth, fractured or fragile teeth, curved or long rooted molars and cuspids, and any tooth that might be difficult to remove with conventional instrumentation. Below are 3 benefits that make Physics Forceps Standard Series a worthy addition to your operatory.
1. An Ergonomic, Innovative Design
Each of the 4 instruments in the Physics Forceps Standard Series is designed for a specific quadrant of mouth—upper right (UR), upper left (UL), upper anterior (UA), and lower universal (LU). Each instrument features 2 handles, so users can execute Directa’s patented “beak and bumper” technique. One handle is connected to a bumper, acting as a fulcrum, while the other handle is connected to a beak that is positioned on the lingual or palatal root. After properly placing the instrument, the dentist simply rotates the handles a few degrees using slow, steady, and controlled wrist movement.
2. Less Patient Trauma
Physics Forceps place a constant and steady load on the tooth, which allows “creep” to build and releases hyaluronic acid that helps break the periodontal ligaments. According to Directa, research shows that periodontal ligament breakdown using this method is faster than conventional methods that employ intermittent, rocking, or brute strength types of forces. This method provides a positive patient experience, as well.
“Extractions are quick, easy, and comfortable for the patient,” said Dr. Charley Cheney in his DPS product evaluation of Physics Forceps Standard Series.
3. Greater Clinical Comfort
Because the “beak and bumper” technique with Physics Forceps requires no squeezing, extractions are easier on the clinician’s hands. Dr. John Leitner, who was unable to perform tooth extractions for 2 years due to arthritis, had a much easier time working the Physics Forceps system. “The instruments lessen the force needed to deliver a tooth, and using less force is better for my hand,” he stated.
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