Dental Spade Concave Root Tip Elevator #60

Dental Spade Concave Root Tip Elevator #60 for Extractions

The MediTek Dental Spade Concave Root Tip Elevator #60 has a straight shank and a thin, concave spade tip that hugs curved roots for steady, controlled elevation. Made from surgical-grade stainless steel with a non-slip handle and mirror finish, it is built for clean extractions and repeated autoclaving.

Spade Dental Elevator #60 for Controlled Root Tip Removal

The MediTek #60 spade elevator is a straight dental elevator with a concave, spade-shaped tip. Dentists and oral surgeons use it to lift fractured root tips, loosen teeth in the periodontal ligament (PDL) space, and start extractions with less force on the surrounding bone. Its thin working end slips between root and socket wall where wider elevators will not fit.

What Is a Dental Spade Root Tip Elevator?

A dental root tip elevator is a hand instrument used as a small lever and wedge to loosen roots from the socket. The “spade” name comes from the tip: a flat, pointed blade shaped like a small garden spade. On the #60, the blade face is concave (slightly scooped) and the shank runs straight in line with the handle.

Concave Spade Tip vs Flat Blade

Roots are rounded, not flat. A concave blade cups the curved root surface, so more of the tip stays in contact with the root. This means better grip and less slipping. A flat blade touches fewer points and is more likely to skid toward soft tissue or the next tooth.

Straight #60 vs Offset Spade Elevator and Angled Patterns

• #60 (straight): best for anterior teeth, premolars, and any root tip you can reach in a straight line.
• #60B (offset spade elevator): extra back bend in the shank for better reach and visibility around the arch.
• #60L and #60R (angled): angled left or right for the molar region.

Many clinicians use the straight #60 as their everyday spade tip elevator and add offset or angled versions for posterior cases. Compare every pattern in our dental elevators collection.

Key Features of the MediTek #60 Spade Elevator

• Concave spade tip: cups curved roots for steady purchase.
• Thin, tapered blade: enters a tight PDL space with little or no bone removal.
• Straight shank: delivers force in a direct line for front-of-mouth access.
• Non-slip handle: keeps the grip secure with wet gloves and reduces hand strain.
• Surgical-grade stainless steel: resists corrosion through repeated autoclave cycles.
• Mirror-polished finish: easy to clean and inspect.

Clinical Uses of This Spade Dental Instrument

• Fractured root tips: lifting roots left behind when a crown breaks.
• Luxation before forceps: stretching PDL fibers so the tooth comes out with less force.
• Atraumatic extractions: protecting thin buccal bone at future implant sites.
• Sectioned teeth: elevating single roots after a molar has been split.

How to Use the #60 Root Tip Elevator Safely

1. Place the tip in the PDL space with the concave face toward the root.
2. Use small rotating and wedging movements with light apical pressure.
3. Work around the root in steps to widen the socket gradually.
4. Once the root is mobile, lift it out or finish with forceps.

Keep a stable finger rest and never use a healthy neighboring tooth as a fulcrum. Near the maxillary sinus, avoid strong apical force, since root tips can be pushed into the sinus.

Care and Sterilization

• Rinse the elevator right after use so debris does not dry on the tip.
• Clean by hand or in an ultrasonic cleaner, then dry fully.
• Sterilize in a steam autoclave following your clinic’s protocol.
• Replace the instrument if the tip becomes bent or blunt.

Specifications

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MediTek has supplied dental clinics since 2017, with more than 1,000 practices using our CE-certified dental instruments. Whether you want to buy dental elevators online for a new surgery kit or replace worn tips, you can pair the #60 with straight, angled, and luxating patterns from our range of elevators dental instruments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a spade elevator used for in dentistry?

A spade elevator loosens teeth and lifts root tips from the socket. Its pointed blade fits the narrow space between root and bone, which makes it useful for broken roots and gentle extractions.

What is the difference between a #60 and a #60B elevator?

Both share the same spade tip. The #60 has a straight shank, while the #60B has an offset back bend for reaching teeth further around the arch.

Is a spade elevator the same as a root tip elevator?

A spade elevator is one type of root tip elevator. Others include pick and Cryer patterns. The spade design is chosen when you need a thin blade that wedges into tight spaces.

Should the concave side face the root or the bone?

The concave side faces the root. The curved blade hugs the root surface for grip, while the back of the blade rests against the socket wall.

What is the difference between a luxator and a #60 elevator?

A luxator has a very thin, sharp blade made to cut PDL fibers and should not be twisted. A #60 elevator is sturdier and can be used with rotating and wedging movements.

Can the #60 spade elevator be autoclaved?

Yes. It is stainless steel and handles standard steam autoclave cycles. Clean and dry it fully before each cycle to protect the tip.

Summary

The MediTek #60 is a straight spade dental elevator with a concave tip that grips curved roots better than flat-blade designs. Compared with the offset #60B and angled #60L and #60R, it gives the most direct control for anterior teeth, premolars, and easy-to-reach root tips. With surgical-grade stainless steel, a non-slip handle, and full autoclave compatibility, it is a reliable everyday root tip elevator for any extraction tray.