Articulating Paper Forceps
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Articulating Paper Forceps securely hold occlusion paper or shimstock to mark bite contacts with precision. The angled beak reaches posterior teeth easily, while spring-action handling allows smooth one-hand use. Stainless steel construction resists corrosion and processes quickly in sterilization. Choose them to improve visibility, hygiene, and accuracy when adjusting restorations or verifying contacts on crowns, bridges, and composites. A reliable, clinic-ready tool for fast occlusal checks.
Description
Articulating Paper Forceps are precision dental forceps for holding articulating paper or shimstock while checking a patient’s bite. The angled beak places the strip exactly where you need it without fingers in the way. A spring action keeps the jaws aligned, while the slim profile improves access to posterior teeth. The stainless steel body is rigid, corrosion-resistant, and easy to process between patients.
Key features and benefits:
• Secure paper grip for accurate marking of high spots and contacts
• Angled, narrow beak for easy posterior and interproximal access
• Spring-action handle for smooth, one-hand operation
• Rigid stainless steel construction for long service life
• Textured handle to prevent slipping with gloves
• Autoclavable when processed under validated clinic protocols
Typical uses and applications:
• Adjusting occlusion after placing composite, inlay/onlay, crown, or bridge
• Verifying contacts on temporary and definitive prostheses
• Recording excursive and centric contacts during diagnostics
• Holding shimstock to test contact strength
Comparison guidance:
• Versus holding paper with fingers, forceps improve visibility, hygiene, and precision.
• Versus cotton pliers or hemostats, dedicated articulating forceps provide better alignment and paper control, reducing torn strips and misread marks.
• Available in straight or angled styles; choose angled for posterior access and straight for anterior work or lab use.
Care notes:
• Inspect jaw alignment regularly for consistent paper retention.
• Clean and sterilize according to your infection-control procedures.
