Root Elevators are tools used in oral surgery to loosen a tooth from its socket for extraction purposes. They assist in severing the PDL ligament of the tooth for easy extraction.

A straight elevator is a dental instrument used to loosen teeth prior to extraction. It has a long, thin blade that is inserted into the socket around the tooth. The blade is then used to pry the tooth away from the bone, making it easier to extract.

Straight elevators come in a variety of sizes, so the dentist can choose the right one for the tooth being extracted. They are also available in different materials, such as stainless steel and titanium.

Straight elevators are used to loosen teeth in a variety of situations, including:

• When the tooth is impacted, meaning it is partially or completely buried in the bone.
• When the tooth is loose and likely to fall out on its own.
• When the tooth is decayed and needs to be extracted.
• When the tooth is broken and needs to be removed in pieces.