Tooth Forceps, also known as Rat Tooth Forceps, are precision instruments used by veterinarians and dental professionals to grasp, hold, or extract teeth or tissues. The serrated “rat tooth” tips provide a firm grip on hard tissues like teeth without slipping. They come in various sizes to accommodate different animal species and tooth sizes. 

 Size (inches)                       Length (cm approx.)                                    Features

  4                                            10.16                                                            Small size for delicate work

 5                                             12.7                                                              Slightly larger, precise grip

 6                                            15.24                                                           Medium size for general use

 8                                            20.32                                                          Larger size for bigger teeth

10                                           25.4                                                            Standard veterinary size

12                                           30.48                                                         Heavy duty, large animal use

14                                           35.56                                                        Extra large, for large animals

16                                          40.64                                                        Heavy-duty extraction tool

18                                          45.72                                                       Extra heavy-duty, large livestock

•   Surgical-grade stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance

•   Hardened and polished finish for durability and hygiene

•   Veterinary Dental Instruments

•   Extraction and Holding Tools 

•   Handheld plier-style forceps

•   Rat tooth serrated tips for firm grip

•   Available in multiple sizes for versatile use

•   Used for grasping, holding, and extracting teeth or tissue in veterinary dental procedures

•   Sizes allow use across small animals to large livestock

•   Helps in dental surgeries, extractions, and other oral care tasks

•   Strong grip due to rat tooth serrations

•   Durable and corrosion resistant

•   Available in multiple sizes for precise work

•   Ergonomic handles for comfortable use 

•   Requires training for proper use

•   Improper use can cause tissue damage

•   Regular sterilization needed to maintain hygiene

•   Use only by trained professionals

•   Sterilize before and after each use

•   Inspect regularly for damage or wear

•   Handle carefully to prevent injury

•   HS Code: 9018.39 (Dental instruments)

•   HSN Code: 9018.39.90  

•   Wear gloves during use

•   Clean thoroughly after use

•   Sterilize by autoclave or chemical methods

•   Store in a clean, dry places 

•   Autoclave compatible

•   Can be sterilized with chemical disinfectants 

•   Used in veterinary dentistry for tooth extraction and oral care in animals ranging from small pets to large livestock

•   Essential for maintaining animal dental health

•   Similar forceps used in human dentistry, but veterinary forceps are designed specifically for animals

Q1: What are Rat Tooth Forceps used for?

  For gripping and extracting teeth or tissue during veterinary dental procedures.

Q2: Why are there so many sizes?

  Different sizes accommodate various animal sizes and dental requirements.

Q3: Are these forceps reusable?

  Yes, they must be sterilized between uses.

Q4: Can untrained people use these?

  No, they require professional veterinary training.

Q5: Are these used in humans?

  No, these specific forceps are designed for animals.