Root Tip Elevator, Miller, #8, Standard Handle with Thumb-Rest | Helmut Zepf No. 17.100.08

The Root Tip Elevator Miller #8 by Helmut Zepf (No. 17.100.08) is a precision-engineered surgical instrument designed to facilitate the controlled elevation and removal of root tips and root fragments during oral surgical procedures. Combining a standard handle with an integrated thumb-rest, this instrument provides the clinician with superior tactile feedback and stable rotational control throughout the procedure.

Instrument Overview

The Miller #8 Root Tip Elevator features a blade geometry optimized for accessing and luxating retained root tips in confined intraoral spaces. The standard handle with thumb-rest is ergonomically designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended procedures and to support precise, controlled force application — a critical requirement when working in delicate periapical regions.

Key Features

• Type: Root Tip Elevator, Miller, #8
• Handle Design: Standard handle with integrated thumb-rest for improved grip and control
• Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf — Made in Germany
• Catalog Number: 17.100.08

Made in Germany

This Root Tip Elevator is manufactured by Helmut Zepf in Germany, reflecting a tradition of high-quality instrument craftsmanship. German-made dental instruments are widely recognized in clinical practice for their consistent manufacturing standards, material quality, and long service life when properly maintained.

FAQ

What is a Root Tip Elevator used for? A Root Tip Elevator is a surgical hand instrument used to loosen, elevate, and remove retained root tips or root fragments following tooth extraction or during apical surgery.

What distinguishes the Miller #8 blade? The Miller series features a specific blade profile suited for engaging root tips in posterior or otherwise difficult-to-access sites, offering controlled leverage with minimal tissue trauma.

Is this instrument reusable? As a stainless steel hand instrument, it is intended for reprocessing and reuse in accordance with your facility's sterilization and instrument maintenance protocols.