Root tip picks, also known as root tip elevators, are delicate dental instruments used to remove root tips or fragments that may break away from the tooth during the extraction procedure and are in difficult-to-reach areas.
Table 1: Comparison of numerical data available for Top 10 Root Tip Picks
| Design Number | Number of Ends | Price (USD) | Manufacturer Name | Average Customer Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Single | 79.59 | Miltex by Integra | 5.0 |
| 1 | Single | 55.99 | Nordent Mfg Inc. | 5.0 |
| 11 | Double | 119.69 | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 4.8 |
| 3 | Single | 56.49 | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 4.9 |
| 4 | Single | 49.19 | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 5.0 |
| 13/14 | Double | 98.89 | Patterson Dental Supply | 4.7 |
| 3 | Single | 52.49 | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 4.7 |
| AS-2N | Single | 119.39 | A TITAN INSTRUMENTS INC | 4.5 |
| 2 | Single | 49.19 | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 4.7 |
| N/A | Single | 79.59 | Miltex by Integra | 4.7 |
Table 2: Comparison of the most important features of Top 10 Root Tip Picks
| Design Number | Number of Ends | Manufacturer Name | Tip Type | Tip Texture | Handle Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Single | Miltex by Integra | Heidbrink | Smooth | Stainless Steel |
| 1 | Single | Nordent Mfg Inc. | Heidbrink | Serrated | Stainless Steel |
| 11 | Double | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | Davis | Smooth | 2 Octagonal |
| 3 | Single | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | West | Smooth | 1 Octagonal |
| 4 | Single | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | Howard | Smooth | 502 Hexagonal |
| 13/14 | Double | Patterson Dental Supply | Heidbrink | Smooth | Small |
| 3 | Single | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | Davis | Smooth | 503 Octagonal |
| AS-2N | Single | A TITAN INSTRUMENTS INC | Heidbrink | Smooth | Elongated |
| 2 | Single | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | Heidbrink | Smooth | 502 Hexagonal |
| N/A | Single | Miltex by Integra | Straight | Smooth | N/A |
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1. #5 Heidbrink, Single End
All Miltex® elevators are made from high-quality German stainless steel and feature a permanent weld into the handle. This means that there are no cracks or fissures to discolor or compromise the instrument’s integrity. Miltex® elevators feature a finger platform for a better grip on the instrument.
- The unique handle shape creates less force on the tooth, reducing the chance of tooth fractures
- The one-piece stainless steel construction tip provides strength and durability
- Can be resharpened
Design Number: 5
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Miltex by Integra
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Material: Stainless Steel
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Heidbrink
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2. # 1 Heidbrink, Single End, Straight, Serrated
Root Picks are used to retrieve loose root fragments after extraction. Nordent uses a special heat-treating process that ensures a sharp, long-lasting point and shank strength. The handle is all stainless steel and can be sterilized by any method.
Design Number: 1
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Nordent Mfg Inc.
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Serrated
Tip Type: Heidbrink
3. # 11 Davis, Double End
Delicate, double-end instruments for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 11
Handle Type: 2 Octagonal
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Davis
4. # 3 West, Single End
Delicate, single-end instruments for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 3
Handle Type: 1 Octagonal
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: West
5. # 4 Howard, Single End
Delicate, single-end instruments for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 4
Handle Type: 502 Hexagonal
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Howard
6. Patterson® # 13/14 Heidbrink, Double End
Delicate, double-end instrument for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 13/14
Handle Type: Small
Instrument Type: Root Tip Elevator
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Heidbrink
7. # 3 Davis, Single End
Delicate, single-end instruments for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 3
Handle Type: 503 Octagonal
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Davis
8. Heidbrink, Narrow, Single End – AS-2N, Right Side
Root Tip Elevator is used to retrieve loose root fragments after extraction. The A.Titan style elongated handle with thumb and finger rests provides a comfortable grip.
Design Number: AS-2N
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: A TITAN INSTRUMENTS INC
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Heidbrink
9. Heidbrink, Single End
Delicate, single-end instruments for the removal of root tips in difficult-to-reach areas.
Design Number: 2
Handle Type: 502 Hexagonal
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Heidbrink
10. 4 mm Beck, Single End
Miltex® single-end root tip picks are made from quality German stainless steel and feature a permanent weld handle.
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Instrument Type: Root Tip Pick
Manufacturer Name: Miltex by Integra
Number of Ends: Single
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Material: Stainless Steel
Tip Texture: Smooth
Tip Type: Straight
