Dental Root Elevator

A dental elevator is a surgical instrument used in tooth extraction procedures.

It helps to loosen the tooth from the socket and separate the periodontal ligament before extraction.

The working end is flat and slightly curved or straight, allowing the dentist to insert it between the tooth and the bone.

The handle provides a firm grip, and the metal blade transfers controlled force to elevate or luxate the tooth.

In the image, the elevators are being demonstrated on a dental model, showing how they fit between the teeth to assist in removal.