Root Elevator, Hylin, #1, Round Tip, 4.5 mm, Standard Handle with Thumb Rest | Helmut Zepf No. 17.020.01

The root elevator round tip dental instrument from Helmut Zepf — the Hylin #1 — is engineered for precise, controlled luxation of roots and tooth fragments during oral surgical procedures. Manufactured in Germany, this instrument reflects the exacting standards that dental professionals worldwide associate with the Helmut Zepf name.

Product Overview

Designed as a root elevator round tip dental instrument, the Hylin #1 features a 4.5 mm round tip that allows clinicians to engage periodontal ligament fibers with accuracy and minimal trauma. The rounded tip geometry helps reduce the risk of root fracture and iatrogenic injury to adjacent structures, making it a preferred choice in both general dental practice and oral surgery settings.

Key Features

• Instrument designation: Root Elevator, Hylin, #1
• Tip style: Round Tip, 4.5 mm
• Handle: Standard Handle with Thumb Rest for enhanced grip and tactile control
• Item number: Helmut Zepf No. 17.020.01
• Country of manufacture: Made in Germany

Clinical Benefits

The standard handle with thumb rest is ergonomically contoured to reduce hand fatigue during extended procedures. As a root elevator round tip dental instrument, the Hylin #1 offers reliable performance in situations requiring delicate tissue handling and controlled force application. The balanced weight distribution contributes to confident, fatigue-free use across a full clinical day.

Quality & Craftsmanship

Helmut Zepf instruments are produced in Germany under rigorous quality standards. This root elevator round tip dental instrument is built to withstand repeated sterilization cycles, maintaining its dimensional integrity and surface finish over time.

1-Year Warranty

This Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a 1-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.

60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used

Put this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund — for any reason, even if it has been used.

FAQ

What procedure is the Hylin #1 root elevator used for? It is used for luxating and elevating roots or root fragments during tooth extraction procedures, particularly where a rounded tip is indicated.

What does the thumb rest handle offer? The standard handle with thumb rest provides improved rotational control and operator comfort, reducing hand strain during delicate surgical maneuvers.

Is this instrument sterilizable? Helmut Zepf instruments are designed for clinical use and are intended to withstand standard sterilization protocols.