Root Tip Elevator, No. 21, | Helmut Zepf No. 17.621.00
The Root Tip Elevator No. 21 by Helmut Zepf (Ref. 17.621.00) is a precision-crafted surgical instrument designed to facilitate the careful elevation and removal of root tips during dental extractions. As a professional-grade Root Tip Elevator, it is engineered to deliver reliable performance in demanding clinical environments.
Instrument Overview
The No. 21 configuration provides clinicians with a refined working end geometry suited for accessing and luxating root fragments with minimal trauma to surrounding tissue. The instrument's design emphasizes control, tactile feedback, and durability — essential qualities in any effective Root Tip Elevator used in routine or complex extraction procedures.
Made in Germany
This instrument is proudly manufactured in Germany, reflecting a long-standing tradition of precision engineering and strict quality standards in dental instrument production. German-made dental instruments are widely recognized for their superior material quality, fine craftsmanship, and consistent performance across clinical applications.
Key Features
- Instrument: Root Tip Elevator No. 21
- Reference: Helmut Zepf No. 17.621.00
- Origin: Made in Germany
- Designed for precise root tip elevation during extractions
- Suitable for use in professional dental and oral surgery settings
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 is a Root Tip Elevator used for? A Root Tip Elevator is a specialized dental surgical instrument used to loosen, elevate, and remove retained root tips or fragments following tooth extraction.
Is this instrument reusable? As a professional dental hand instrument, it is generally intended for repeated clinical use. Please follow your practice's sterilization and instrument management protocols.
Who manufactures this instrument? This Root Tip Elevator is manufactured by Helmut Zepf, a German dental instrument company with an established reputation for precision and quality.
Compare With
| Brand | #21 – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | E21 |
| Karl Schumacher | C-ELE0021 |
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.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — lifetime on extraction and explantation forceps, one year on every other Zepf instrument. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.

