Winter Elevator
The Winter (crossbar) elevator is made for delivering lower molar roots with the leverage of a T-shaped crossbar handle: the #11 and #12 are paired left and right, and the handle multiplies the force applied to the root. This page lists 4 versions, all made in Germany by Helmut Zepf, and every one on this page ships from our US warehouse.
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Root Elevator, Winter, Left, #11-L | Helmut Zepf No. 17.336.15
Regular price $113.99Unit price-
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Root Elevator, Winter, Right, #11-R | Helmut Zepf No. 17.336.16
Regular price $113.99Unit price -
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Root Elevator, Winter, Left, #12-L | Helmut Zepf No. 17.337.15
Regular price $113.99Unit price -
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Root Elevator, Winter, Right, #12-R | Helmut Zepf No. 17.337.16
Regular price $113.99Unit price
Reference pages already linked from this collection, in one place.
Which Winter Elevator Do You Need?
Pick the pattern and side by Zepf number; every Winter elevator in the collection is linked once below.
Warranty and Our Guarantee
Every Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship (Zepf extraction forceps carry a lifetime warranty). 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 cases; 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
- Lower molar roots: after sectioning, the tip is placed in the socket of the extracted root and the crossbar is turned toward the remaining root.
- Caution: the crossbar delivers considerable force; use it with a finger guard over the buccal plate and never on a whole tooth.
Care and Reconditioning
Zepf surgical instruments are resharpened, re-aligned and reconditioned by our sharpening and reconditioning service when the working end dulls. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients.
Our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow for Helmut Zepf elevators.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Cryer Elevator, Bein Root Elevator, Miller Root Tip Elevator, Bayonet Root Elevator, and Dental Elevators. For pattern names and terminology, see the Dental Elevator Types Guide and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.
Related resources: Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart · Dental Elevator Types Guide · All Dental Elevators · Oral Surgery Instruments
FAQ
What is the Winter (crossbar) elevator used for?
Delivering lower molar roots with the leverage of a T-shaped crossbar handle: the #11 and #12 are paired left and right, and the handle multiplies the force applied to the root.
Is it reusable?
Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients like any surgical hand instrument, and return it for reconditioning when the working end dulls.
Is there a warranty?
One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.
