5mm Curved Luxator PHX for Dental Tooth Extraction
5mm Curved Luxator PHX for Dental Tooth Extraction
5mm Curved Luxator PHX for Periodontal Access and Tooth Mobilization
The 5mm Curved Luxator PHX is a dental extraction instrument intended for procedures requiring access to the periodontal space along a curved working path. Its combination of a 5mm blade and curved profile gives it a distinct role when the position of the tooth or surrounding anatomy makes a straight approach less suitable.
The curved working blade is the defining feature of this model. Rather than following a direct line from the handle to the working area, the blade creates an offset approach that can be positioned around suitable portions of the tooth. This configuration can be useful when access needs to be established from a different angle during the separation stage of extraction.
With a 5mm working width, the instrument provides a relatively broad blade profile for engaging an accessible section of the periodontal space. This makes it appropriate for situations where a wider working surface is preferred over a narrow luxator while maintaining a focused blade-based design.
The PHX configuration gives the instrument its particular handle and working arrangement. The shaped transition between the handle and curved blade allows the operator to maintain a practical grip while positioning the working end and progressively working around the tooth.
The 5mm Curved Luxator PHX can be incorporated into extraction workflows involving periodontal ligament separation, tooth loosening, progressive mobilization, and preparation for tooth removal. Its curved geometry can be especially relevant where the available working path is angled or access around the tooth is restricted.
The instrument's selection should be based on the tooth's position, periodontal access, surrounding anatomy, blade dimensions, and the clinician's chosen extraction technique. Its reusable construction is intended for professional instrument processing according to appropriate cleaning and sterilization procedures.
Key Features
- 5mm curved luxator working blade
- PHX configuration
- Curved profile for offset periodontal access
- Broad 5mm working width
- Designed to assist periodontal ligament separation
- Supports progressive tooth mobilization
- Useful for tooth loosening before extraction
- Practical working geometry for angled access
- Suitable for selected difficult-access extraction procedures
- Reusable dental extraction instrument
- Suitable for appropriate cleaning and sterilization procedures
Clinical Applications
- Periodontal ligament separation
- Tooth loosening
- Progressive tooth mobilization
- Curved periodontal access
- Extraction preparation
- Difficult-access tooth extraction
- Posterior extraction procedures
- Selected oral surgery extraction workflows
- Tooth removal requiring an offset working approach
FAQs
What is the 5mm Curved Luxator PHX used for?
It is intended to assist with periodontal ligament separation and gradual tooth mobilization during suitable extraction procedures where a curved working approach is appropriate.
Why is a curved blade useful during tooth extraction?
A curved blade creates an offset path to the working area, which can make positioning more practical when direct access along a straight line is restricted.
What does the 5mm size refer to?
The 5mm measurement identifies the width of the working blade and distinguishes this configuration from narrower luxator profiles.
What is the PHX designation on this luxator?
PHX identifies the particular handle and working configuration of this model, distinguishing it from other luxator configurations.
Is the 5mm Curved Luxator suitable for tooth loosening?
Yes. Its working configuration can be incorporated into appropriate procedures where periodontal separation and progressive tooth mobility are required before removal.
What should be considered when choosing a curved 5mm luxator?
Tooth position, periodontal access, surrounding anatomy, available working space, blade dimensions, and the clinician's preferred extraction technique should all be considered.