A close relative to NES-134, Article-NES-135 shares the same STIKSA pattern designation but shifts its focus toward root-level extraction rather than whole-tooth removal. This variant handles lower molar and wisdom tooth root fragments—the kind of case that comes up when a crown has already fractured off during a previous, incomplete extraction attempt.
Root fragment work in the lower posterior region carries its own set of complications: reduced visibility, denser surrounding bone, and roots that may have fused or curved unpredictably. The STIKSA pattern’s beak design translates its whole-tooth versatility into this root-specific application, offering a grip that adapts to varied root presentations without requiring a completely different instrument for every possible configuration encountered.
Practices that see a steady volume of complicated extractions — cases referred specifically because a prior attempt left retained root structure — tend to value having a root-focused STIKSA option alongside the whole-tooth version. Having both on the same tray, built to the same pattern, keeps technique consistent across the full range of lower posterior extraction scenarios a clinician might face in a single day.
Construction Details:
- STIKSA Variant: Purpose-built root-focused design for molars and wisdom teeth.
- Material Integrity: Surgical-grade stainless steel, corrosion-resistant.
- Sterilization Standard: Rated for standard autoclave sterilization protocols.
- Ergonomic Continuity: Handle balance matched to NES-134 for consistent technique.
This model complements Next Edge Surgical’s broader catalog of extracting forceps, giving practices a complete STIKSA-pattern solution for both intact teeth and root remnants in the lower posterior arch. At $25 per unit, and with a 10% discount on orders of 100 or more, it’s a practical investment for any practice that regularly handles referred or complicated extraction cases.
