Atypical-looking areas may be biopsied with a special forceps, such as the Tischler-Morgan type. The specimen collected in this way should be examined histologically. An important feature of the forceps shown in the superimposed image, is the small hook at the tip of both jaws. The hooks allow the forceps to be anchored in the tissue and permit the specimen to be harvested with virtually no pain, while still obtaining sufficient tissue material. Bleeding, occasionally occurring post biopsy, is controlled by compression or application of hemostyptics.