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Dental extraction forceps have all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

  1. Handles for grip and leverage
  2. Beaks adapted to tooth roots
  3. Beaks on the crown of the tooth
  4. Hinged joint for controlled force
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Correct answer: C. Beaks on the crown of the tooth

Extraction forceps beaks engage the tooth ROOT (cervical region), NOT the crown. Applying beaks to the crown would crush or fracture it.
  • A. ❌ Handles ARE a characteristic of extraction forceps.
  • B. ❌ Forceps beaks ARE adapted to root anatomy.
  • C. ✅ CORRECT – Forceps beaks engage the ROOT, NOT the crown.
  • D. ❌ The hinged joint IS a design characteristic of forceps.

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