Which instrument is used to extract upper incisors?

• A. upper straight forceps
• B. upper root forceps
• C. upper premolar forceps
• D. buccal canine retractor

Answer: (A)

The instrument for extracting upper incisors is the upper straight forceps. Incisors have straight, single roots and relatively simple crown shapes, so a straight-beaked forceps that grips the cervical area of the crown from the labial aspect provides a secure, direct grip and allows controlled luxation and extraction with vertical and slight rotational movements. The other tools are not suited for incisors: root forceps are designed to grab the root portion (useful when roots remain or for certain multi-rooted teeth), premolar forceps are shaped for premolars' crowns, and a buccal canine retractor is a soft-tissue retraction instrument, not intended for tooth extraction.