Rhodes Back Action Chisel
The Rhodes back-action chisel is made for interproximal bone removal with a pulling stroke, where a push stroke would be uncontrolled. This collection holds one Helmut Zepf version, made in Germany, and it ships from our US warehouse.
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Regular price $99.99Unit price
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Which Rhodes Back Action Chisel Do You Need?
The collection currently holds one Rhodes chisel, linked below by its Zepf number.
Rhodes back-action chisel1 items
| Zepf No. | Pattern or size | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 24.494.00 | Rhodes #36/37, straight, 4.3 mm working tips | Bone material removal and bone contouring |
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
- Interproximal bone removal with a pulling stroke, where a push stroke would be uncontrolled.
- 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 replaceable-tip 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 periodontal instruments.
Compare With
Part of the Periodontal Chisels collection. Related Helmut Zepf collections: Back Action Chisel, Back Action Chisels by Helmut Zepf, Fedi Periodontal Chisel, Ochsenbein Chisel, and Periodontal Files. For hygiene and periodontal 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 Rhodes back-action chisel used for?
Interproximal bone removal with a pulling stroke, where a push stroke would be uncontrolled.
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.
