Telecrown Grip Pliers by Helmut Zepf

Which Telecrown Plier Do You Need?

Choose the plier by tip configuration, then add replacement diamond tips if needed; every active product in the collection is linked once below.

Telecrown-grip and telescope crown pliers

Replacement diamond tips (fit 31.185.00, 31.185.01, 31.185.04)

Why Choose Telecrown Grip Pliers by Helmut Zepf?

Helmut Zepf has built a long-standing reputation for producing dental instruments that meet the rigorous demands of clinical practice. The telecrown grip pliers in this collection are fitted with diamond-tipped, exchangeable jaws and ergonomic handles, giving practitioners the tactile feedback and mechanical advantage needed during delicate prosthetic work. Helmut Zepf designed the contact surfaces of the diamond-tipped jaws for a long jaw service life.

Key Features

• Diamond-tipped jaws for a secure, non-slip grip on telescopic crowns; Zepf designed the contact surfaces for a long jaw service life
• Three configurations: bilaterally adjustable (31.185.00), unilaterally adjustable (31.185.01) or rigid (31.185.04), all with 2.35 mm tips, 13 cm
• Exchangeable tips: replacement pairs of movable (31.185.10) or rigid (31.185.12) 2.35 mm tips, changed with the included hex key
• Ergonomic handle design for controlled handling during prosthetic work
• Reusable and steam sterilizable according to the Helmut Zepf reprocessing instructions

Clinical Use

These instruments are primarily used in the fabrication and fitting of telescopic crown systems, supporting secure handling of inner and outer crowns throughout the clinical and laboratory workflow. The telecrown grip pliers are equally suited to dental laboratory technicians and clinical practitioners working with precision attachment prosthetics.

Care and Reconditioning

Clean, disinfect and sterilize the pliers between patients following the manufacturer instructions and the symbols on each product package, keep the joint clean, and check the diamond tips for wear; worn 2.35 mm tips can be replaced with the movable or rigid tip pairs listed above. Our Dental Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the full workflow.

Compare With

Related Helmut Zepf collections: Crown Removal Instruments, Crown Tractor Starter Set, Crown-Butler Crown Remover, Inlay Forceps Pliers, and Crown & Bridge Scissors. For crown instrument names and terminology, see the Restorative Instrument Comparison Chart and the Restorative Instrument Glossary.

Further reading: Crown Removal Pliers: Efficient Crown Splitting and Removal Techniques with Zepf

FAQ

Are these pliers autoclave-compatible? Yes. They are supplied non-sterile and are cleaned, disinfected and steam sterilized before first use and between patients according to the Helmut Zepf reprocessing instructions.

What procedures are telecrown grip pliers used for? They are designed primarily for telescopic crown systems, assisting in the placement, adjustment, and removal of precision-fit crowns.

Why choose Helmut Zepf instruments? Helmut Zepf is a respected German manufacturer with decades of experience producing high-quality dental instruments trusted by professionals worldwide.