99C Kells Forceps Instrument

Description
99C Kells Forceps The 99C Kells Forceps are a robust, classic extraction instrument named after their surgical lineage and widely used in oral surgery for firm tooth purchase and straightforward delivery. The “Kells” style offers pronounced, broad beaks suitable for gripping posterior crowns and roots with high mechanical advantage. The 99C variant refines that heritage design with improved beak geometry for reduced slippage, a well-tuned hinge that preserves consistent action, and an ergonomic handle to better distribute force during extraction. This instrument is a reliable mainstay for general practitioners and oral surgeons who need durable forceps for complicated deliveries, including fractured crowns or roots with adequate coronal structure for engagement.

The Kells pattern behaves well in buccal-lingual rocking and controlled rotational movements and is frequently used in conjunction with elevators and periotomes for staged extractions. Because of its stronger bite and wider beak profile, care must be taken to apply incremental force and to protect adjacent soft tissues and crowns when possible.

Key Features

• Kells-style broad beaks: Wide, deep blades that give solid purchase on crowns and roots with ample coronal anatomy.

• 99C geometry refinement: Contoured beak tips reduce slippage while maintaining strong engagement across posterior teeth.

• Robust hinge assembly: Durable, low-play hinge ensures predictable action and long service life.

• Ergonomic handle design: Larger circumference for heavy-duty grip and better force distribution during extraction.

• High-strength stainless steel: Structural integrity for forceful maneuvers and repeated sterilization cycles.

• Versatile surgical utility: Suitable for compromised crowns, roots, and molar extractions when coronal engagement is possible.

• Polished finish: Smooth surfaces reduce tissue drag and simplify cleaning.

• Service and maintenance-friendly: Inspectable hinge and replaceable insurance via professional maintenance when needed.

• Autoclavable: Compatible with standard steam cycles and common reprocessing systems.

Care & Sterilization

• Clean immediately; pay special attention to hinge recesses and beak intersections.

• Ultrasonic cleaning followed by steam autoclave is recommended; check hinge tightness periodically.

• Consider protective covers for storage to avoid accidental beak trauma or contamination.