{"product_id":"root-tip-elevator-apical-304-standard-thumb-rest","title":"Root Tip Elevator, Apical, #304, Standard Handle with Thumb Rest  | Helmut Zepf No. 17.304.00","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoot Tip Elevator\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstrument Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesignated as model \u003cstrong\u003e#304\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apical Root Tip Elevator, #304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard handle with integrated thumb rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helmut Zepf, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.304.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClinical Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGerman Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat procedure is this Root Tip Elevator designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for apical procedures involving the elevation and removal of root tips and root fragments during dental extractions and oral surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the thumb rest handle beneficial?\u003c\/strong\u003e The thumb rest on the standard handle allows for more controlled force application and enhanced tactile feedback, supporting precision during delicate apical instrumentation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531132670238,"sku":"17.304.00","price":104.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/1730400_1_2021b36e-1e53-4d18-92a0-88d2df5cae40.jpg?v=1768923402","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/root-tip-elevator-apical-304-standard-thumb-rest","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}