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Mandibular molars extraction

(A) Mandibular molars are extracted with No. 17 or No. 23 forceps. The hand positions of the surgeon and the assistant are the same for both forceps. (B) No. 17 forceps are seated as far apically as possible. (C) Luxation of the molar is begun with a strong buccal movement. (D) Strong lingual pressure is used to continue the luxation. (E) The tooth is delivered in the bucco-occlusal direction. Asterisk notes the center of rotation.