Dental Elevators
Dental elevators are surgical instruments that are used to lift and loosen teeth from the socket and remove roots in extraction surgeries. This handheld tool offers different working ends for soft tissue manipulation during the procedure. To choose the right one, consider the type of teeth and the depth of the tissue.
Azeemed Instruments provides dental instruments in German stainless steel in different constructions for the best results.
Construction of Dental Elevators
The structure of a dental elevator consists of three parts, which include the handle, shank, and the end or tip. The handle is responsible for a controlled grip, and the shank joins the tip at an angle. Finally, the working end, or the tip, of a tooth elevator is the main part that helps in the lifting and loosening of the teeth.
A special type of periosteal elevator is the Molt 9 periosteal elevator that offers a dual-end construction with an exact tip for separating tissues and flaps from the hard tissue. These provide controlled handling without putting excess pressure on the teeth.
Dental Elevators Chart
| Instrument | Configuration | Uses |
| Dental Extraction Elevator | Features a working tip to engage around teeth or roots. | Loosening teeth and supporting extraction procedures. |
| Molt 9 Periosteal Elevator | Follows the Molt-style for controlled tissue elevation. | Reflecting soft-tissue flaps to expose bone. |
| Dental Elevator | Features a shaped working end for controlled lifting. | For loosening teeth for root elevation during extraction. |
| Woodson Stainless Steel Elevator | Features a flat working end and a sharper second end. | Manipulating tissue and dissection in surgical procedures. |
| Molt Periosteal Elevator | Features two ends for periosteal separation and gum tissue retraction. | Elevating mucoperiosteal tissue during dental surgery. |
| Cogswell B Dental Elevator | Features a technical working end for deep dental reach. | Elevating teeth or roots, depending on its model. |
How to Choose Dental Elevators
The following factors should be considered before getting dental elevators:
- Align the tip pattern and size with the tooth, root, and tissue in the procedure.
- Choose the handle grip and the jaw angle for comfortable movement.
- Select a toothed tip for a stronger grip.
- Choose flat tips for fine tissues and root shape.
- Choose the style and dimensions for extraction or other procedures.
- Select reusable, autoclavable construction for reprocessing.
- Check the customization options.
- Choose a tungsten-carbide and German stainless steel build for reprocessing.
- For bulk orders, confirm certifications of the dental forceps manufacturer.
Pair with other dental surgical instruments
Pair dental elevators with dental instruments such as extraction forceps, tissue retractors, and other oral surgical instruments depending on the procedure. You can shop these instruments from Azeemed Instruments in different constructions and styles to add to your set.
FAQs
Q1: What are dental elevators used for?
Dental elevators are surgical tools that are used for loosening teeth to separate tissue from the bone in extraction procedures.
Q2: Woodson elevator vs. Molt 9 periosteal elevator: What is the difference?
Molt #9 periosteal elevator is a heavy surgical instrument for tissue reflection and lifting during extraction procedures. Whereas the Woodson elevator is a lightweight dental instrument for fine tissue manipulation.
Q3: What is a periosteal elevator and its uses?
A periosteal elevator is a surgical instrument that is used for lifting, separating, and reflecting the periosteum away from the bone in a procedure, which is a thin connective tissue covering the bone.
Q4: Can I get dental elevators in German stainless steel??
Yes. You can get these instruments from a certified manufacturer in German stainless steel in different sizes and constructions. https://azeemed.com/


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