Which Surgical Instrument Insert Do You Need?
Pick the instrument type first (tunneling knife, SRC or elevator/chisel), then the figure, tip and coating; all SRC inserts carry the ZEPF Nanopal coating. Every active product in the collection is linked once below.
Tunneling knife inserts
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 24.751.524M |
Tunneling knife Fig. 1, straight tip, 1.9 mm |
| 24.751.524MOX |
Tunneling knife Fig. 1, straight tip, 1.9 mm, ONYX coating |
| 24.751.525M |
Tunneling knife Fig. 1, angled tip, 2.5 mm |
| 24.751.525MOX |
Tunneling knife Fig. 1, angled tip, 2.5 mm, ONYX coating |
| 24.751.522M |
Tunneling knife Fig. 2, angled tip, 1.9 mm |
| 24.751.522MOX |
Tunneling knife Fig. 2, angled tip, 1.9 mm, ONYX coating |
| 24.751.523M |
Tunneling knife Fig. 2, angled tip, 2.5 mm |
| 24.751.523MOX |
Tunneling knife Fig. 2, angled tip, 2.5 mm, ONYX coating |
SRC (subperiosteal recession coverage) inserts, Nanopal coated
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 24.751.0451OX |
SRC Fig. 1, straight |
| 24.751.0452OX |
SRC Fig. 1, curved |
| 24.751.04520OX |
SRC Fig. 2, short right, for preparing surfaces |
| 24.751.04521OX |
SRC Fig. 2, short right, for preparing papilla |
| 24.751.04530OX |
SRC Fig. 3, long right, for preparing surfaces |
| 24.751.04531OX |
SRC Fig. 3, long right, for preparing papilla |
| 24.751.04540OX |
SRC Fig. 4, short left, for preparing surfaces |
| 24.751.04541OX |
SRC Fig. 4, short left, for preparing papilla |
| 24.751.04550OX |
SRC Fig. 5, long left, for preparing surfaces |
| 24.751.04551OX |
SRC Fig. 5, long left, for preparing papilla |
Elevator and chisel inserts
| Zepf No. |
Pattern or size |
| 24.751.520W |
Papillex elevator by Weng |
| 24.751.520WOX |
Papillex elevator by Weng, ONYX coating |
| 24.751.128 |
Micro periosteal elevator, cross-shaped, 3.2 mm wide |
| 24.751.129 |
Micro periosteal elevator, cross-shaped, 3.8 mm wide |
| 24.751.526ML |
Periodontal chisel, Fedi 2 |
Manufactured by Helmut Zepf
This collection features Surgical Instrument Inserts produced by Helmut Zepf, a trusted name in dental instrument manufacturing. Helmut Zepf instruments are recognised for their exacting quality standards, ergonomic design, and long-lasting performance in clinical environments.
Key Benefits
- Interchangeable design allows a single handle to serve multiple periodontal surgical techniques
- Includes Tunneling Knife, SRC (root-coverage), Papillex elevator, and periodontal chisel configurations
- Fine, precisely ground tips for atraumatic soft-tissue handling
- Durable stainless steel construction, with ONYX- or Nanopal-coated versions, suited to repeated sterilization cycles
- Supports minimally invasive periodontal plastic surgery protocols
Clinical Use
These inserts are designed for tunneling technique root coverage, papilla elevation and preservation, subperiosteal tissue reflection, and precise bone or tissue contouring during periodontal plastic surgery. Their specialised geometries support atraumatic tissue management and minimally invasive surgical approaches.
Care and Reconditioning
Clean, disinfect and sterilize inserts and handles after each use according to the Helmut Zepf instructions, and replace a worn or damaged insert rather than the whole instrument. Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the workflow step by step.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Dental Tunneling Instruments, SRC Instruments, Papilla Elevator, Micro Periosteal Elevator, Periodontal Chisels, and Osteotome Inserts. For instrument names and patterns, see the Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.
FAQ
What procedures are these surgical inserts used for? They are designed for periodontal plastic surgery procedures such as tunneling technique root coverage, papilla preservation, and soft-tissue reflection.
Are these inserts compatible with all surgical handles? Compatibility varies by model. Please review individual product listings or contact us to confirm compatibility with your existing handle system before purchasing.
Can these inserts be sterilized? Yes, these inserts are manufactured to withstand standard autoclave sterilization protocols for clinical infection control.
Part of the Oral Surgery Instrument Collection family of Helmut Zepf surgical instruments.