Sklar Brophy Tissue Forceps are commonly used in dental procedures and oral surgery, specifically to repair a cleft palate. They are long forceps developed by Truman W. Brophy, an American oral surgeon, who was originally a jeweler. Typically, toothed Brophy forceps are used for handing delicate tissue, while non-toothed forceps are used for handling dressings or dissection. These forceps are toothed. They are mostly used for handling delicate tissue. This product is straight with serrated jaws, 1x2 teeth and a length of 8 inches.