Hirschfeld 20 Periosteal Elevator

Description

Hirschfeld 20 Periosteal Elevator

Periodontal surgeons learn the Hirschfeld 20 early, and many keep it throughout their careers. The Hirschfeld 20 periosteal elevator lifts tissue from bone in tight areas such as interdental papillae. So it is a natural fit for implant cases where soft tissue around neighboring teeth must be preserved.

Why the Number Matters

Hirschfeld designs come in several numbered patterns, and the 20 is the one listed here. The supplier catalogue groups it with the Freer, Buser and Quinn elevators. However, it prints no dimensions for the piece. Therefore, check the photos to confirm the working end matches the Hirschfeld 20 you know.

Papillae and Small Flaps

Delicate tissue tears easily. A slim working end, by comparison with a broad periosteal, can slip under a papilla and free it gradually. Next, the elevator continues along the flap margin. Also, it helps when a flap must be lifted only a few millimeters for a minimally invasive placement.

Combining It With Other Elevators

Once the margin is free, many clinicians switch to a broader instrument to finish reflection. As a result, the Hirschfeld 20 often sits beside a Molt or Buser on the tray. Which instrument comes next is always the surgeon’s call.

Checks Before It Ships

The elevator is surgical stainless steel. In the United States, our staff look at the tip under good light before packing each Hirschfeld 20. You receive it unsterilized; scrub the tip and run your sterilizer cycle before any flap is raised. Our three years against manufacturing defects warranty extends to every Hirschfeld 20 we sell.

The steel grade is set by ASTM F899. Explore the maxillofacial instruments page, lift papillae further with a 175 mm papilla elevator, or read the FAQs.

For trained periodontal, implant and oral surgery professionals. Visit our reprocessing guidance and shipping information page.