Elevator

Dental Elevatoris is a surgical instrument, usually made of high-grade stainless steel, used in dental extractions to loosen a tooth by severing the periodontal ligament and expanding the alveolar bone. It features a handle, a shank, and a blade tip, with sizes varying from 1.5mm to 5mm or more, and can be straight, curved, or angled to suit different clinical situations. Components
: The instrument consists of three main parts:
Handle: Provides grip and control for the operator.
Shank: The connecting shaft between the handle and the blade tip.
Blade Tip: The working end that engages the tooth and bone.