Orthopedic Periosteal Elevator

Precision Control for Apical Root Fragment Removal

Dental apical root elevators are essential instruments designed to address the complex challenge of retrieving retained root tips and fractured fragments during oral surgery. These specialized tools provide the leverage and precision necessary to navigate tight alveolar spaces without compromising surrounding bone structure. By offering controlled mechanical advantage, they assist clinicians in minimizing tissue trauma while effectively luxating stubborn apical segments. The design supports accurate placement at the root apex, facilitating safer extraction procedures where standard forceps may fall short. This focused functionality enhances procedural confidence, allowing for efficient management of difficult cases while maintaining the integrity of the surgical site.

Use Cases

• Luxating and elevating retained apical root fragments from extraction sockets
• Separating multi-rooted teeth by dividing roots prior to removal
• Expanding alveolar bone walls gently to facilitate access to deep root tips
• Retrieving broken instrument tips or foreign objects from the socket when appropriate

Care & Handling

• Inspect tips and working ends for signs of bending, dullness, or damage before each procedure
• Store in a dry, protected environment to prevent corrosion or physical damage to delicate tips

Specifications

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.