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Pair of Dental Forceps, by Midland Dental Company

Inventory Number 34887


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.34887

Subject
Surgery
Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
'Midland Dental Co Lower Molars 73s'
Physical material
metal
Object type
Forceps
Dimensions
Height: 140mm Width: 26mm Depth: 18mm Weight: 109g
Inventory No
34887

Description

Metal pair of forceps with ridged handle, leading to smooth metal pincered end. Pincers extend at right angle from main body of forceps. Each pincer forms a narrow, thin sharp point. Forceps used for the removal of lower molars. Manufactured by Midland Dental Company.