Luxator PHX 3mm Distal Tip Dental Surgical Extraction

PHX 3mm Distal Tip Luxator for Posterior Root Access

The PHX 3mm Distal Tip Luxator is a directional dental extraction instrument developed for situations where access to the distal side of a tooth requires a dedicated working configuration. Its distal-oriented tip gives the instrument a specific role in extraction procedures involving posterior teeth and accessible distal root surfaces.

The 3mm working tip provides a focused contact area for entering an appropriate portion of the periodontal space. Its compact profile allows the working end to be positioned around the distal aspect of the tooth without relying on the wider blade dimensions found on larger luxators.

The distal orientation is the defining characteristic of this model. Instead of approaching the tooth with a neutral straight configuration, the working end is shaped to facilitate access toward the distal side. This makes the instrument particularly relevant when posterior anatomy or limited working space influences the direction from which periodontal separation needs to be performed.

The working edge can be positioned within an accessible portion of the periodontal space and progressively repositioned as tooth mobility develops. This gives the luxator a practical role in the loosening stage of extraction, before the tooth is removed according to the selected clinical technique.

The PHX handle configuration provides a stable gripping area behind the working shaft. This arrangement supports controlled positioning while the distal tip is placed around the tooth, making the instrument distinct from straight and mesial-oriented luxator configurations.

The PHX 3mm Distal Tip Luxator can be considered for distal periodontal access, ligament separation, posterior tooth mobilization, molar extraction preparation, and selected difficult-access extraction procedures. Instrument selection should be based on tooth position, root anatomy, available access, and the clinician's preferred extraction technique.

Key Features

• PHX luxator configuration
• 3mm distal working tip
• Directional distal orientation
• Focused profile for distal periodontal access
• Designed to assist periodontal ligament separation
• Supports progressive tooth mobilization
• Suitable for posterior and molar extraction workflows
• Useful for selected distal root-surface access
• Practical handle and shaft configuration
• Reusable dental extraction instrument
• Suitable for appropriate cleaning and sterilization procedures

Clinical Applications

• Distal periodontal access
• Posterior tooth mobilization
• Molar extraction preparation
• Periodontal ligament separation
• Tooth loosening
• Distal root-surface access
• Progressive tooth mobilization
• Difficult-access posterior extraction
• Selected oral surgery extraction procedures

FAQs

What is the PHX 3mm Distal Tip Luxator designed for?
It is intended for selected extraction procedures where focused access to the distal aspect of a tooth is required for periodontal separation and mobilization.

Why is the distal orientation important?
The distal configuration provides a dedicated approach toward the distal side of the tooth, which can be useful when posterior anatomy makes a neutral working direction less practical.

What does the 3mm tip size provide?
The 3mm working tip offers a compact contact profile for accessing suitable portions of the periodontal space without using a broader luxator blade.

Is this luxator particularly relevant to molar extraction?
Its distal working orientation can be useful in selected posterior and molar cases where access to distal root surfaces is an important consideration.

How does the PHX configuration differ from a standard straight luxator?
The PHX model combines its specific handle configuration with a distal-oriented working end, giving it a directional role rather than the neutral path of a conventional straight-tip luxator.

Can it be used for tooth mobilization before extraction?
Yes. It can be incorporated into appropriate extraction workflows where gradual periodontal separation and development of tooth mobility precede removal.