Dental Diagnostic Instrument Collection

Which Dental Diagnostic Instrument Do You Need?

Find the instrument type below, then match the size, thread or handle to the instruments you already use; every product in the collection is linked once by its Zepf number.

Mouth mirror heads, simple thread

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.061.22	Size 4, plane surface, Ø 22 mm, stainless steel, pack of 12
24.061.24	Size 5, plane surface, Ø 24 mm, stainless steel, pack of 12
24.067.22	Size 4, front surface, Ø 22 mm, titanium plated, pack of 12
24.067.24	Size 5, front surface, Ø 24 mm, titanium plated, pack of 12
24.070.22	Double sided with lip retractor, size 4, front surface, Ø 22 mm, titanium plated, pack of 12
24.070.24	Double sided with lip retractor, size 5, front surface, Ø 24 mm, titanium plated, pack of 12
24.071.22	MEGA double sided, size 4, rhodium front surface, Ø 22 mm, pack of 12
24.072.24	MEGAduo double sided, size 5, front surface, Ø 24 mm, pack of 6

Mouth mirror heads, cone socket, open shape and Lipcare

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.069.22	Size 4, front surface, Ø 22 mm, cone socket, titanium plated, pack of 12
24.065.24	Size 5, plane surface, Ø 24 mm, cone socket, stainless steel, pack of 12
24.079.22	Size 4, front surface, Ø 22 mm, open shape, pack of 6
24.079.24	Size 5, front surface, Ø 24 mm, open shape, pack of 6
24.062.24	Lipcare, front surface, Ø 23 mm, titanium, pack of 5

Micro mirrors

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.074.13	Ø 3.0 mm, rhodium front surface
24.074.15	Ø 5.0 mm, rhodium front surface
24.074.16	7 mm long x 2 mm wide, rhodium front surface

Mirrors with retractor and complete mirrors

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.062.30	Mirror with retractor, size 1, Ø 24 mm, bIONIK handle, orange
24.062.31	Mirror with retractor, size 2, Ø 27 mm, bIONIK handle, purple
24.085.00HZU	Mouth mirror with lip retractor, M2.5 thread, exchangeable inserts, TOUCHGRIP
24.087.02	Mouth mirror, Capstan titanium handle with mirror 24.071.22

Mouth mirror handles

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.080.01	Stainless steel, solid, simple thread
24.086.01	Stainless steel, hollow, simple thread
24.089.02	Ergonomic design, stainless steel, hollow, simple thread
24.087.00	Capstan titanium
26.197.01	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, yellow
26.197.02	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, signal orange
26.197.03	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, red-purple
26.197.04	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, signal purple
26.197.06	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, turquoise-brightblue
26.197.07	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, cobalt-blue
26.197.10	ZEPF-bIONIK universal handle, cone socket, single-ended, black

Explorers

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.102.03A	#3A, single-ended, fine tips, round knurled handle
24.112.05	#5, double-ended, set-in unbreakable points, round knurled handle
24.101.08	#8, single-ended, octagonal handle
24.102.08	#8, single-ended, round handle
24.101.09	#9, single-ended, octagonal handle
24.102.09	#9, single-ended, round handle
24.101.17	#17, single-ended, octagonal handle
24.102.17	#17, single-ended, round handle
24.101.23	#23 Shepherd’s Hook, single-ended, octagonal handle
24.102.23	#23 Shepherd’s Hook, single-ended, round handle
24.124.06	#3CH Cowhorn explorer/probe, double-ended, round handle
24.114.00	Combination probe by Dr. Dietmar Weng (ImpacTray component)

Explorer inserts

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.098.03A	#3A, interchangeable, M4 x 0.5 thread
24.099.08	#8, interchangeable, M2.5 thread
24.099.09	#9, interchangeable, M2.5 thread
24.099.17	#17, interchangeable, M2.5 thread
24.099.23	#23 Shepherd’s Hook, interchangeable, M2.5 thread
24.099.25	#25, interchangeable, M2.5 thread

Periodontal probe

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
24.744.50HZU	North Carolina CNC (UNC 15), 1 mm, single-ended, TOUCHGRIP

Handles for inserts and replaceable tips

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
26.180.06	ZEPF-Line handle, single-ended, M2.5 thread
26.180.07	ZEPF-Line handle with endo calibration by Dr. Carsten Franke, single-ended, M2.5 thread
26.181.04	Titanium handle, double-ended, M2.5 x 0.5 thread
26.191.01	Plastic handle for explorer tips and mirrors, single-ended, black
26.191.02	Plastic handle for explorer tips and mirrors, single-ended, blue
26.191.03	Plastic handle for explorer tips and mirrors, single-ended, gray
26.191.04	Plastic handle for explorer tips and mirrors, single-ended, green
26.193.10	ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix handle, M4 x 0.5 mm, double-ended, black
26.193.20	ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix handle, M4 x 0.5 mm, single-ended, black
26.194.10	ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix handle, M2.5 x 0.5, single-ended, black
26.194.20	ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix handle, M2.5 x 0.5, double-ended, black
26.010.11OX	Z-SHAPE Relax QuickFix handle, M4 x 0.5 mm, single-ended, Nanopal coating, yellow
26.010.21OX	Z-SHAPE Relax QuickFix handle, M2.5 mm, single-ended, Nanopal coating, yellow

Cotton pliers and tweezers

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
22.011.03	London-College #3, serrated long tips, 15 cm
22.014.03	London-College cotton and dressing pliers, diamond points, 15 cm
22.024.03	London College #3, modified, serrated, 15 cm
22.024.04	London College dressing plier, modified, flat, higher pretension, short pin, serrated, 15 cm
22.025.03	Tweezers with stop-pin, ergonomic, serrated tip, 15 cm
22.025.03D	Tweezers with stop-pin, ergonomic, diamond coated tip, 15 cm
22.051.03	Meriam tweezers, serrated with cross grooves, 16 cm

Cheek and photo retractors

Zepf No.	Pattern or size
37.457.00	ZEPF cheek retractor for intraoral photography
37.457.00TI	ZEPF cheek retractor for intraoral photography, Onyx coating
37.457.01	ZEPF cheek retractor 1/2 left
37.457.01TI	ZEPF cheek retractor 1/2 left, Onyx coated
37.457.02	ZEPF cheek retractor 1/2 right
37.457.02TI	ZEPF cheek retractor 1/2 right, Onyx coated
37.445.02HZU	Hilger retractor, single-ended, TOUCHGRIP

Shop Diagnostic Instruments by Type

• Dental Mouth Mirrors — front-surface and rhodium-coated mirrors in standard and MEGA sizes
• Mirror Handles — including the bIONIK interchangeable handle system
• Dental Explorers — #11/12, #23 Shepherd's Hook and other probing/detection patterns
• Intraoral Photography Mirrors — occlusal and buccal photo mirrors for clinical documentation
• Bone Calipers — ridge width and implant planning measurement

What's Included in the Collection

This dental diagnostic instrument collection features finely crafted dental mirrors, explorers, probes, diagnostic tweezers, and specialty examination instruments. Each tool is built to deliver optimal visibility, tactile sensitivity, and ergonomic handling — essential qualities for efficient routine examinations and comprehensive diagnostics.

Precision German Engineering

Developed in close collaboration with experienced clinicians, Helmut Zepf instruments feature balanced weight distribution, precision-formed working tips, and high-grade stainless steel construction for long-term performance and consistent results. Clear tactile feedback and excellent access to difficult-to-reach areas enable precise detection of caries, calculus, restorations, and periodontal conditions.

Trusted by Dental Professionals Worldwide

Dentists, hygienists, and specialists worldwide rely on this dental diagnostic instrument collection for dependable everyday clinical performance. These German-made instruments represent the meeting point of diagnostic accuracy and exceptional craftsmanship, available at Deutsche Dental Technologien. For periodontal probes specifically, see our Periodontal Probe collection.

Clinical Use

These instruments are used for examination and diagnosis: mouth mirrors for indirect vision, illumination and retraction, explorers to detect caries, calculus and restoration margins by touch, the periodontal probe to measure pocket depths, cotton pliers to place and retrieve small items, and cheek retractors to hold the cheeks and lips for intraoral photography.

Care and Reconditioning

Clean, disinfect and sterilize the instruments between patients following the manufacturer’s validated reprocessing instructions and the symbols on each product’s packaging; mirror heads are replaced when the reflective surface wears. Our Dental Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow for Helmut Zepf diagnostic and hygiene instruments, and Hygiene Instruments with QuickFix Replaceable Tips explains the bIONIK handle system.

Compare With

Related Helmut Zepf collections: Dental Mouth Mirrors, Dental Explorers, Dental Periodontal Probes, Cotton & College Pliers, Mirror-and-Retractor Combination Instruments, and Dental Hygiene Instruments. For instrument names and terminology, see the Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart, the Periodontal Probe Markings & Types Guide and the Dental Hygiene Instrument Glossary.

FAQ

What types of dental diagnostic instruments are included in this collection? The collection includes mouth mirror heads and micro mirrors, mirrors with retractors, mirror handles, explorers and explorer inserts, a periodontal probe, handles for inserts and replaceable tips, cotton pliers, and cheek and photo retractors.

What materials are used in Helmut Zepf diagnostic instruments? All instruments are crafted from high-grade stainless steel, ensuring durability, corrosion resistance, and consistent clinical performance over the long term.

What's the difference between a mouth mirror and an explorer? Mirrors provide indirect vision and retraction for hard-to-see surfaces; explorers use a fine tactile tip to detect caries, calculus, and restoration margins by feel.

Who are these instruments suitable for? This dental diagnostic instrument collection is designed for dentists, dental hygienists, and specialists seeking precision and reliability in routine examinations and comprehensive diagnostic procedures.

Where are Helmut Zepf instruments manufactured? Helmut Zepf instruments are manufactured in Germany under stringent quality control standards, reflecting a long-standing tradition of precision craftsmanship.