Curved 3mm Elevator Lindo-Levien Dental Tool
Curved 3mm Elevator Lindo-Levien Dental Tool
Lindo-Levien Curved 3mm Dental Elevator for Targeted Tooth and Root Elevation
The Lindo-Levien Curved 3mm Dental Elevator is a specialized extraction instrument designed for clinicians who require a narrower curved working profile for tooth and root elevation. Its 3mm blade provides a more focused working surface, while the curved geometry allows an angled approach when direct access to the tooth or root is limited.
The curved working end is particularly useful for positioning around suitable tooth and root surfaces during elevation procedures. Its compact 3mm profile can help provide more targeted instrument placement in areas where a wider elevator blade may be less suitable. This makes it a practical option for selected posterior and restricted-access extraction situations.
The instrument is designed to assist with tooth elevation, root elevation, and luxation as part of a dental extraction workflow. The curved profile gives the clinician an alternative working orientation to straight elevators, allowing instrument selection according to tooth anatomy, root position, access, and preferred technique.
Its ergonomic handle provides a secure grip and tactile control during manipulation. This supports precise positioning and controlled handling while the working tip is used to engage an appropriate tooth or root surface.
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel, the Lindo-Levien elevator is designed for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated professional use. Its reusable construction and fully autoclavable design make it suitable for standard dental sterilization protocols.
Key Features
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Lindo-Levien curved dental elevator
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3mm precision working blade
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Narrower profile for targeted tooth and root engagement
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Curved geometry for angled instrument access
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Designed for controlled tooth elevation
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Suitable for root elevation and luxation procedures
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Useful in selected restricted-access extraction areas
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Ergonomic handle for secure grip and tactile control
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Surgical-grade stainless steel construction
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Durable and corrosion-resistant
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Reusable and fully autoclavable
Clinical Applications
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Tooth elevation
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Root elevation
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Tooth luxation
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Dental extraction procedures
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Selected posterior extraction applications
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Restricted-access tooth elevation
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Root fragment mobilization
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Oral surgery and general dental extraction workflows
3mm Curved Elevator vs. Wider Elevators
Working-tip width is an important consideration when choosing a dental elevator. This 3mm Lindo-Levien curved elevator provides a narrower contact profile than a 4mm version, making it appropriate when more targeted engagement or a smaller working surface is preferred.
Its curved design also provides an angled approach rather than the straight-line orientation of conventional straight elevators. The appropriate instrument should be selected according to the tooth anatomy, available access, root configuration, and clinician's preferred extraction technique.
FAQs
What is the Lindo-Levien Curved 3mm Dental Elevator used for?
It is designed to assist with controlled tooth and root elevation during dental extraction procedures, particularly when a curved and relatively narrow working profile is preferred.
What is the benefit of a 3mm dental elevator?
A 3mm working blade provides a narrower contact profile that can be useful when more targeted engagement is preferred around suitable tooth or root surfaces.
When should a curved elevator be used instead of a straight elevator?
A curved elevator may be preferred when an angled approach provides more suitable access or positioning than a straight instrument, depending on tooth anatomy and the clinical situation.
Is the Lindo-Levien 3mm elevator reusable?
Yes. The instrument is manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and is designed for repeated professional use and standard autoclave sterilization.