Which instrument is used for extracting lower molars?

• A. Lower Anterior Forceps
• B. Lower Root Forceps
• C. Lower Molar Forceps
• D. Lower Cowhorn Forceps

Answer: (C)

In dental extractions, instruments are matched to the tooth being removed, and lower molars require a forceps designed for mandibular molars. The lower molar forceps have sturdy, broad beaks that grip the molar’s buccal and lingual aspects securely, providing the right leverage to loosen and extract a multi-rooted tooth from the lower jaw. This makes them the best choice for extracting lower molars. Other forceps serve different purposes: anterior forceps are smaller and meant for front teeth, root forceps remove roots rather than a whole tooth, and cowhorn forceps are a specialized option for some challenging mandibular molar extractions but not the standard for routine cases.