Narrow 2mm working tip is ideal for smaller patients (cat, toy breed dogs) where the periodontal ligament space is tight with minimal disruption to surrounding bone and tissue.
The blade is curved with a flat side profile. The flat side sists flush against the root surface, maximizing the contact area. The curved shape allows the blade to follow the natural curve of the tooth, reducing fracture risk. Ideal for buccal and lingual surfaces of curved roots or multitoothed teeth.
- The smooth cutting edge is gentler on delicate tissues. Ideal for soft tissue and bone preservation. Produces a cleaner, smoother cut. May be preferred in cases involving inflamed, fragile or compromised tissue.
- The serrated tip is slightly more aggressive (traumatic) but provides an enhanced grip on the tooth root for tougher extractions. Efficient and requires fewer passes, reducing overall extraction time.
A flexible periotome is designed to sever the periodontal ligament with minimal trauma to the surrounding tissues. The flexible blade is inserted into the periodontal ligament space and is used in a rocking and rotating motion. The benefits of the flexible blade are that it follows the curve of the tooth root, helping to reduce the risk of root fracture, and damage to surrounding bone and adjacent teeth. The slight bending under pressure provides tactile feedback, so resistance can be felt and adjusted accordingly. This helps reduce trauma. They can be used first to help loose the tooth in combination with luxators and elevators or independently depending on the extraction.
