Which Orthodontic Instrument Do You Need?
Find the instrument type below, then pick by Zepf number; every product in the collection is linked once, grouped by type, with the description from the product title.
Aligner pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.720.42 |
OrthoMASTER A-Punch Aligner Pliers - Diameter: 6 mm |
| 33.720.43 |
Orthodontic Vertical Aligner Pliers |
| 33.720.44 |
Orthodontic Horizontal Aligner Pliers |
Wire bending pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.710.31 |
OrthoMASTER Tweed / Angle Arch Bending Pliers - Made Of forged High Carbon Steel (Wire 0.56 x 0.70 mm / 22 x 28) |
| 33.711.30 |
OrthoMASTER Bird Beak Wire Bending Pliers - 11.5 mm, Made of Forged High Carbon Steel (Wire Max Thickness: 0.7 mm) |
| 33.712.41 |
OrthoMASTER Tweed Loop Forming Pliers - 3 Steps with Replaceable Tungsten Carbide Insert |
| 33.713.16 |
OrthoMASTER Aderer NiTi Three Prong Bending Pliers - 12 cm, (Max Thickness 0.5 mm / .020") for Nickel Titanium Wire |
| 33.720.50 |
Orthodontic Hammerhead Cinch Back Pliers for Bending Niti Pliers (Wire Max. Thickness: 0.3 - 0.7 mm) |
| 33.730.20 |
Orthodontic Lingual Arch Bending Pliers (Max Wire Thickness: 0.9 mm) |
Weingart utility pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.740.11 |
Orthodontic Weingart Pliers - 13 cm, (Max Wire Thickness 0.7 mm/.028") |
| 33.740.12 |
Orthodontic Weingart Pliers Mini - 13 cm, (Max Wire Thickness 0.5 mm/.020") |
Distal end cutters
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.750.01 |
Orthodontic Distal End Cutter - Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness 0.56 x 0.70 mm / 0.022 X 0.028 in) |
| 33.750.01F |
Orthodontic Distal End Cutter Mini - Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness 0.534 X 0.635 mm / 0.021 X 0.025 in) |
| 33.750.02 |
Orthodontic Distal End Cutter - 14 cm Length, Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness 0.56 X 0.70 mm / 0.022 X 0.028 in) |
| 33.750.21 |
Orthodontic Distal End Cutter - Angled Carbide Jaws |
| 33.750.22 |
Orthodontic Distal End Cutter - Angled Carbide Jaws, Long Handles |
Pin and ligature cutters and wire cutting pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.760.02 |
Orthodontic Pin and Ligature Cutter - 11 cm, Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness Capacity: 0.4 mm/.016 in, Soft) |
| 33.760.03 |
Orthodontic Pin and Ligature Cutter - 11.5 cm, Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness 0.4 mm/.016 in, Soft) |
| 33.760.20 |
Orthodontic Pin and Ligature Cutter 45° - 12 cm, Carbide Inserts Max Wire thickness 0.4 mm, Soft) |
| 33.760.21 |
Orthodontic Pin and Ligature Cutter - 12 cm, Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness 0.5 mm, Soft) |
| 33.760.11 |
Orthodontic Wire Cutting Plier - 12 cm, Carbide Inserts (Max Wire Thickness: 0.7 mm/.028 in, Hard) |
Bracket and band removal pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 33.760.23 |
Orthodontic Bracket Removal Plier 45°, 12 cm, Carbide Inserts |
| 33.770.25 |
Orthodontic Bracket Removal Plier - Short Jaw Branches with Plastic Insert |
| 33.770.40 |
Orthodontic Bracket Removal Plier, Straight - 2.0 mm |
| 33.770.52 |
Orthodontic Bracket Removal Plier, Angled - 2.0 mm |
| 33.770.21 |
Oliver Band Removing Pliers - 13cm, Plastic Insert |
| 33.770.22 |
Replacement Plastic Inserts for Bracket & Band Removal Pliers - PU: 10 pcs |
Band instruments and separators
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 19.261.00AS |
Band Pusher Mershon - Stainless Steel |
| 19.263.50 |
Molar Band Setter Blue |
| 31.770.15 |
Separating Pliers - 16 cm, for Elastic Separators |
| 33.770.14 |
Force Module Separator - 15 cm |
Bracket positioners and bracket holders
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 19.260.00AS |
Bracket Positioner for 018 Slot Stainless Steel, 13 cm |
| 19.260.10AS |
Bracket Positioner for 022 Slot Stainless Steel, 13 cm |
| 33.261.01 |
Bracket Positioner #1 System .018" Distance 3 / 3.5 mm |
| 33.261.02 |
Orthodontic Bracket Positioner #2 System .018" Distance 4 / 4.5 mm |
| 33.261.03 |
Bracket Positioner #3 System .018" Distance 5 / 5.5 mm |
| 33.261.10 |
Bracket Positioner #4 System .022" Distance 3 / 3.5 mm |
| 33.261.11 |
Bracket Positioner #5 System .022" Distance 4 / 4.5 mm |
| 33.261.12 |
Bracket Positioner #6 System .022" Distance 5 / 5.5 mm |
| 33.261.18 |
Bracket Positioner Set Hammad-Schmid for .018" Size |
| 31.299.01 |
Anterior Direct Bond Bracket Holder - For Placing and Angulating Brackets |
| 31.299.21 |
Posterior Direct Bond Bracket Holder - For Placing and Angulating Brackets |
| 31.299.90 |
Direct Bond Bracket Holder for Setting Brackets with Plates |
| 31.299.99 |
Direct Bond Bracket Holder for Setting Brackets without Plates |
Ligature instruments, Mathieu needle holders and mosquito forceps
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 27.600.61 |
Double-Ended Ligature Adapter |
| 27.600.61F |
Ligature Tucker - ZEPF Design |
| 27.262.01 |
Scaler/Belt Pusher - Grooved |
| 41.260.14KFO |
Mathieu Needle Holder - 14 cm, Delicate Model |
| 41.262.14KFO |
Mathieu Needle Holder - 14 cm, Inside Lock, Fine Tip (2.0 mm, Slim Design) |
| 41.262.17KFO |
Mathieu Needle Holder - 17 cm, Inside Lock, Fine Tip |
| 41.264.14KFO |
Mathieu Needle Holder - 14 cm, Inside Lock, Wide Tip (2.8 mm, Wider Design) |
| 41.264.17KFO |
Mathieu Needle Holder - 17 cm, Inside Lock, Wide Tip (2.8 mm, Wider Design) |
| 23.054.12KFO |
Mosquito Hemostatic Forceps for Ligatures, Serrated, Straight, 12.5 cm (5") |
| 23.055.12KFO |
Hemostatic Forceps, Mosquito for Ligatures, Serrated, Curved, 5" (12.5 cm) |
Crown scissors
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 46.674.10 |
Beebee Crown and Collar Scissors - Straight, 10 cm, Sharp Points |
| 46.675.10 |
Beebee Crown and Collar Scissors - Curved, 10 cm, Sharp Points |
Telescope crown and crown and bridge pliers
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 31.182.01 |
ZEPF Orthodontics Telescope Crown Forceps/Pliers - Interchangeable Diamond Tips, Curved, 15 cm |
| 31.184.13 |
Crown and Bridge Holding Pliers with Ring - Curved, 13 cm |
| 31.184.01 |
Allen Key Spare Part for Telecrown-Grip Pliers |
| 31.184.02 |
Hex Screw Spare Part for Telecrown-Grip Pliers |
Easy Lifter denture removal tools by Dr. Wietzorke
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 19.265.00 |
Equipped Display with 20 Denture Lifters - Specifications from Dr. Wietzorke |
| 19.265.01 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle, Yellow |
| 19.265.02 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle, Signal Orange |
| 19.265.03 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Red-Purple |
| 19.265.04 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Signal Purple |
| 19.265.05 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Lightred-Magenta |
| 19.265.06 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Turquoise-Brightblue |
| 19.265.07 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Cobalt Blue |
| 19.265.08 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Yellow-Green |
| 19.265.09 |
Denture Removal Tool, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Gray |
| 19.265.10 |
Denture Removal Tool, Remover, Easy Lifter By Dr. Wietzorke in bIONIK Handle Black |
Explorers and caliper
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 24.101.17 |
Single Ended Dental Explorer Instrument #17 - Stainless Steel with Octagonal Handle |
| 24.102.17 |
Single Ended Dental Explorer Instrument #17 - Stainless Steel with Round Handle |
| 31.695.00 |
Orthodontic Caliper "Zürcher Model" - 128 mm, for Measuring on the Model |
Cheek retractors for intraoral photography
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 37.457.00 |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor for Intraoral Photography |
| 37.457.00TI |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor for Intraoral Photography with Onyx Coating |
| 37.457.01 |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor 1/2 Left for Intraoral Photography |
| 37.457.01TI |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor 1/2 Left for Intraoral Photography Onyx Coated |
| 37.457.02 |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor 1/2 Right for Intraoral Photography |
| 37.457.02TI |
ZEPF Cheek Retractor 1/2 Right for Intraoral Photography Onyx Coated |
Instrument care, wash trays and plier rack
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 85.180.00 |
ZEPF Washtray 1/1 - for 16 Instruments, 275 x 178 x 24 mm |
| 85.181.00 |
ZEPF Washtray 1/2 - for 8 Instruments, 178 x 140 x 24 mm |
| 85.182.00 |
ZEPF Washtray 1/3 - for 5 Instruments, 178 x 90 x 24 mm |
| 31.995.00 |
Orthodontic Plier Rack - 20 cm Mounting Length |
| 85.903.01 |
Instrument Cleaning Brush - Double-Sided, Sterilizable, PU: 3 pcs |
| 85.903.03 |
Aspirator Cleaning Brush - Ø 1.5 mm |
| 85.903.04 |
Aspirator Cleaning Brush - Ø 3 mm and Ø 5 mm |
| 24.950.10 |
Medical White Oil Paraffinum Perliquidum - 50 ml, for Instrument Hinges & Sharpening |
| 24.950.12 |
Oil-Pen for Instrument Maintenance - 18 ml |
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Orthodontic sub-collections
German Engineering & Craftsmanship
Every piece in this Orthodontic Instrument Collection is designed and manufactured in Germany with a strong emphasis on functionality, ergonomics, durability, and tactile sensitivity. High-quality stainless steel construction ensures lasting performance and corrosion resistance, meeting the exacting standards expected by dental professionals worldwide.
Precision & Reliability
Instruments in this collection are optimized for a full spectrum of orthodontic procedures, offering excellent control, balanced handling, and consistent clinical results. Many tools incorporate specialized tips — including carbide inserts for enhanced grip and durability — and fine designs suited for delicate wire bending, bracket placement, and aligner adjustments.
Comprehensive Range
This Orthodontic Instrument Collection covers all essential tool categories, including:
- Aligner Pliers
- Wire Bending Pliers (e.g., Tweed Loop Forming Pliers)
- Wire Cutters and Ligature Cutters
- Utility Pliers
- Ligature Clamps, Mathieu Pliers, and Mosquito Forceps
- Bracket Positioners and Direct Bond Bracket Holders
- Band Instruments (e.g., Mershon band pusher, molar band setter, separating pliers)
- Debonding & Removal Pliers
- Bracket & Ligature Removal Tools
- Supporting accessories including calipers, explorers, cheek retractors, ligature adapters, wash trays, a plier rack, brushes, and maintenance items such as medical white oil
- Prosthetic instruments: telescope crown pliers, crown and bridge holding pliers, crown scissors and Easy Lifter denture removal tools
Benefits for Orthodontic Practices
This Orthodontic Instrument Collection delivers the precision required for modern orthodontics — from clear aligner treatments to traditional fixed appliances. Ergonomic designs reduce hand fatigue and enhance procedural accuracy, supporting efficient clinical workflows. Instruments are often presented in organized wash trays for sterilization and storage, making them ideal for busy practices.
Clinical Use
The collection covers the steps of fixed appliance treatment, from separating and band placement through bracket positioning, archwire bending, ligation and wire cutting to bracket and band removal, plus pliers for clear aligner therapy. Telescope crown pliers, crown and bridge holding pliers and the Easy Lifter denture removal tools serve prosthetic work.
Care and Reconditioning
Clean, disinfect and sterilize the instruments between patients following the manufacturer instructions and the symbols on each product package; keep plier joints clean and lubricated (the medical white oil and oil pen in this collection are for hinges) and store pliers in the wash trays or plier rack. Our Orthodontic Instrument Sterilization & Reprocessing Guide covers the workflow for Helmut Zepf orthodontic instruments.
Compare With
Related collections: Orthodontic Bur Collection, Orthodontic Adhesive Debonding Polishers, Mathieu Needle Holders for Ligatures, and Dental Retractors for Intraoral Photography. For patterns and terminology, see the Orthodontic Instrument Comparison Chart and the Orthodontic Instrument Glossary.
FAQ
How do I choose the right item from this collection? Every product page details the exact specification, reference number, and application; for cross-brand references and terminology, see our Orthodontic Instrument Comparison Chart and Orthodontic Instrument Glossary — and our experts are a call away at (917) 480-2682 ext 101.
How should these instruments be reprocessed? Follow the manufacturer’s validated reprocessing instructions and the symbols on each product’s packaging; our Orthodontic Instrument Sterilization & Reprocessing Guide covers the general workflow.
Where are these instruments made? The instruments in this collection are manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany — precision dental and surgical instruments since 1921 — and ship fast from our US warehouse.
Manufacturer literature: Detailed Brochure of Ortho Master Line (PDF) — full technical specifications; more in our Helmut Zepf Orthodontic Instrument Library.