Root Tip Elevator, Apical, #304, Standard Handle with Thumb Rest | Helmut Zepf No. 17.304.00

The Root Tip Elevator by Helmut Zepf (No. 17.304.00) is a precision-engineered apical elevator designed to facilitate the careful elevation and removal of root tips and root fragments during surgical and routine extraction procedures. Built to exacting standards, this instrument reflects the craftsmanship and quality associated with German dental instrument manufacturing.

Instrument Overview

Designated as model #304, this Root Tip Elevator features a standard handle equipped with a thumb rest, providing the clinician with stable, controlled tactile feedback during delicate apical procedures. The thumb rest ergonomic design supports precise force application, reducing operator fatigue and minimizing the risk of inadvertent tissue trauma. The balanced weight distribution of the standard handle further contributes to confident, controlled instrumentation.

Key Features

• Type: Apical Root Tip Elevator, #304
• Handle: Standard handle with integrated thumb rest
• Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf, Germany
• Product Number: 17.304.00
• Origin: Made in Germany

Clinical Application

The Root Tip Elevator is an essential instrument in oral surgery and exodontia, specifically indicated for the elevation and mobilization of retained root tips, apical root fragments, and broken root segments. Its refined tip geometry allows access to apical regions while minimizing disruption to the surrounding alveolar bone and soft tissue. Clinicians performing both routine and complex extractions rely on instruments like this Root Tip Elevator for consistent, repeatable results.

German Craftsmanship

Manufactured in Germany, Helmut Zepf instruments are produced with rigorous quality control standards expected of premium dental instrument suppliers. This commitment to quality ensures long-term durability and reliable performance across repeated sterilization 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 procedure is this Root Tip Elevator designed for? It is designed for apical procedures involving the elevation and removal of root tips and root fragments during dental extractions and oral surgery.

What makes the thumb rest handle beneficial? The thumb rest on the standard handle allows for more controlled force application and enhanced tactile feedback, supporting precision during delicate apical instrumentation.

Compare With

Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.

Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Catalogs & Product Library.