Root Tip Elevator, #77R, Serrated, Apical, Ideal for Wisdom Teeth | Helmut Zepf No. 17.677.16
The Root Tip Elevator #77R is a precision-engineered apical instrument designed for controlled, atraumatic removal of root tips and fractured root segments, making it especially well-suited for wisdom tooth extractions and complex surgical cases. Its serrated blade surface provides enhanced grip on root fragments, minimizing slippage and improving tactile feedback during delicate periradicular procedures.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — this instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
Key Features
- Instrument Number: #77R
- Blade Type: Serrated for superior fragment engagement
- Application: Apical — optimized for accessing root tips at depth
- Ideal Use: Wisdom teeth and multi-rooted extractions
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf (No. 17.677.16)
- Origin: Made in Germany
Clinical Application
The Root Tip Elevator #77R is particularly valuable in oral surgery settings where precise apical access is required. The serrated working end engages residual root structure firmly, allowing the clinician to apply controlled rotational and lever forces without risking damage to adjacent bone or soft tissue. Its geometry is specifically contoured for the distal and apical regions commonly encountered during mandibular third molar procedures.
German Craftsmanship
Manufactured by Helmut Zepf in Germany, this Root Tip Elevator reflects the exacting standards associated with German dental instrument production. Each instrument is crafted to deliver consistent performance, longevity, and reliable sterility compatibility across repeated autoclave cycles.
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 makes this Root Tip Elevator suitable for wisdom teeth?
The #77R features an apical design and serrated blade that allow precise access to the distal and apical regions typical of third molar sites, enabling controlled elevation with minimal trauma.
Is this instrument autoclavable?
As a Helmut Zepf instrument made in Germany, it is manufactured to meet the sterilization demands of clinical use; consult your facility's sterilization protocol for specific cycle parameters.
Compare With
| Brand | #77R — serrated, apical (wisdom teeth) – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | E77R / E77RSM |
| Karl Schumacher | C-ELE0077R / C-ELE0077RH |
| A. Titan | 77R |
| Salvin | DEL77R |
| Miltex | DEL77R |
| Nordent | E77R |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.
