Hirschfeld 5/11 Periodontal File
The Hirschfeld 5/11 periodontal file is made for crushing and smoothing burnished calculus on mesial and distal root surfaces. This page lists 1 version, made in Germany by Helmut Zepf, and it ships from our US warehouse.
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Periodontal File, Hirschfeld #5/11 - Mesial and Distal | Helmut Zepf No. 24.488.02
Regular price $74.99Unit price
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Which Hirschfeld 5/11 Periodontal File Do You Need?
The collection currently holds one version, linked below by its Zepf number.
Hirschfeld 5/11 periodontal file1 items
| Zepf No. | Pattern or size | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 24.488.02 | Hirschfeld #5/11, stainless steel handle | Mesial and distal root surfaces |
Warranty and Our Guarantee
Every Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. And because an instrument can only be judged in the hand, you have 60 days to return it for any reason — even after you have used it. Try it on real patients; if it is not the instrument for you, send it back.
Made in Germany by Helmut Zepf
Helmut Zepf has manufactured dental and surgical instruments in Germany for over 100 years. Every instrument on this page is forged, ground and finished by Zepf and carries its part number for traceability.
Clinical Use
- Crushing and smoothing burnished calculus on mesial and distal root surfaces.
- Control: keep a firm finger rest and use short, controlled strokes; these are hand instruments for precise work, not for force.
- Sharpness: a dull edge crushes tissue instead of cutting it; check the edge before each case.
Sharpening, Retipping and Inserts
An instrument earns its keep only while it is sharp. Zepf instruments can be sharpened in the practice, sent to our sharpening and reconditioning service, or, on the interchangeable-insert versions, renewed in seconds by swapping the working ends. Sharpening stones and oil are in the diagnostic range.
Our Dental Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of Helmut Zepf hygiene and diagnostic instruments.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Hirschfeld 3/7 Periodontal File, Periodontal Files, Periodontal Chisels, Scaling & Root Planing Instruments, and Sharpening Accessories. For hygiene terminology, see the Dental Hygiene Instrument Glossary.
Related resources: Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart · Gracey Curette Numbers & Types Guide · Dental Hygiene Instruments
FAQ
What is the Hirschfeld 5/11 periodontal file used for?
Crushing and smoothing burnished calculus on mesial and distal root surfaces.
Is it reusable?
Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients; resharpen or send for reconditioning when the edge dulls.
Is there a warranty?
One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.
