Root Tip Elevator, Cryer, #39, Standard Handle with Thumb Rest | Helmut Zepf No. 17.100.39
The Root Tip Elevator Cryer #39 from Helmut Zepf (No. 17.100.39) is a precision-engineered instrument designed to facilitate the safe and efficient removal of root tips and root fragments during surgical and routine dental extractions. Featuring a standard handle with an integrated thumb rest, this instrument provides the clinician with enhanced tactile feedback and stable rotational control throughout demanding intraoral procedures.
Instrument Overview
The Cryer-style Root Tip Elevator is a time-tested design widely used in oral surgery and general dentistry. The #39 designation identifies the specific blade geometry, which is optimized for engaging and luxating root tips in confined extraction sockets. The standard handle with thumb rest promotes a secure, ergonomic grip that reduces operator fatigue during extended procedures.
Key Features
- Cryer design: #39 blade geometry for targeted root tip engagement
- Standard handle with integrated thumb rest for enhanced control
- Manufactured by Helmut Zepf — Made in Germany
- Engineered for precision, durability, and consistent clinical performance
- Suitable for use in oral surgery and routine extraction procedures
Made in Germany

This Root Tip Elevator is manufactured in Germany by Helmut Zepf, a respected name in dental instrument manufacturing. German-made instruments are synonymous with exacting tolerances, high-grade materials, and long-term reliability in clinical settings.
FAQ
What is the Cryer #39 Root Tip Elevator used for? It is used to engage, luxate, and remove root tips or residual root fragments from the alveolar socket following tooth extraction.
What makes the thumb rest handle beneficial? The thumb rest provides a stable fulcrum point, allowing the clinician to apply controlled rotational and lever forces with greater precision and reduced hand fatigue.
Is this instrument autoclavable? As a Helmut Zepf instrument made in Germany, it is designed to withstand standard sterilization protocols, though clinicians should always follow the manufacturer's sterilization guidelines.

