The easy way to extract tooth fragments

The rootEX Root Tip Extractor makes it possible to extract tooth fragments with no additional surgical intervention for the first time.

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European patent 3 251 627
Russia Patent 2018144660/14 (074516)
US Patent 10,905,525
Japanese Patent 6 914 324
Colombia NC2018/0011370
Brazil BR 11 2018 071789-4
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Fast, economic root tip extraction with no additional surgical intervention

2

Root tip extraction with no enlargement of the root canal (no pre-drilling - only 1-step-system)

3

Robust material (medical steel) ensures optimal stability and prevents cracking of material.

4

Laser-milled retentive elements ensure a force-locking connection without pre-drilling. (only 1-step-system)

5

The Root Tip Extractor is a single-use tool.

vision

From the vision
to the reality

Every path begins with a first step. For us, this first step was a concrete problem encountered in dental practice. The culmination of this path is the Root Tip Extractor.



DEVELOPMENT

A problem encountered by a dentist was addressed. The task was to enable root tips to be extracted economically WITHOUT surgical intervention.

PRODUCT TEST

In the test phase, some 200 practical specialists were equipped with a prototype.

PATENT

The granted European patent and the international patent application PCT ensure that no other manufacturer uses our technology.

APPROVAL

After successful completion of the medical approval process for the rootEX Root Tip Extractor, serial production can begin.

PRODUKTION

With the help of modern laser technology we will produce the rootEX Root Tip Extractor in prime quality – Made in Germany.

INTERNATIONALIZATION

There is a demand for uncomplicated root tip extraction world-wide. For this reason we are gearing our product towards the global market.

VETERINARY MEDICINE

Veterinary medicine is conceivable as an additional sales market for the rootEX Root Tip Extractor.
Unique

Novum

In contrast to customary tools designed for removal of tooth fragments, our patented rootEX Root Tip Extractor offers a simple and safe method for root tip extraction without complications and in one piece. The innovative integration of the drilling segment and the retentive segment in one instrument allows for the new and unique functionality of the rootEX Root Tip Extractor.

The drilling segment makes it possible to clean the root canal and enlarge it or to drill into the tooth fragment.

Unlike customary tools, which are twisted into the root tip like a screw, overtwisting of the rootEX Root Tip Extractor can be ruled out so any further cracking of the tooth fragment is prevented.

As soon as the drilling segment has penetrated the root canal or the fragment as far as necessary, the retentive element of the rootEX Root Tip Extractor creates a form-fitting and/or force-locking connection with the tooth fragment.

This ensures extraction of the tooth fragment from the alveolus in one piece without complications in the next step.

Innovation

Innovative 2-step system

The rootEX® instruments enable quick and inexpensive root remnant extraction without additional surgical intervention. There is no need to mill out the remainder of the root, which prevents the jaw from weakening.

In the first step, pre-drilling enables the tooth fragment to be cleaned and opened. In the second step, the plug is pressed into the fragment and as soon as the plug is pressed deep enough into the tooth fragment, the retentive elements of the rootEX® root tip extractor creates a form-fitting and/or force-locking connection with the tooth fragment. In this way, the subsequent, complication-free extraction in one piece from the alveolus is guaranteed.

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company

The company

In 2016, Rainer Ganß addressed a problem encountered by a dentist for which there was no simple and economic solution. The objective was to be able to remove root tip fragments WITHOUT surgical intervention. After the development of several prototypes, the design of the rootEX Root Tip Extractor was finalized and implemented. The result is a precise drill head made of medical steel.
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With the help of its retentive elements, milled using state-of-the-art laser technology, the rootEX Root Tip Extractor is able to extract root tip fragments after tooth extraction using a minimally invasive procedure.

In 2017, the rootEX Gmbh & Co. KG was founded with an aim towards patenting the system and implementing its market launch.

Dentists a. P. from Hanover

"Handling and efficiency of the instrument are both excellent. It is easy to use, very minimalistic and self-explanatory. It could conceivably also be used in other areas, for example in the area of endodonty."
 

Optical impression:

excellent
 

Handling:

very easy and uncomplicated handling; the instrument is self-explanatory and no problem to use.
 

Time savings:

good
 

Breaking resistance:

average, larger diameter
 

Overall evaluation:

excellent
 

Dr. med. N. from Braunschweig

“A fantastic idea! So far I have tried to buy a Hedström file to extract root tip fragments, but your instrument is much better. Congratulations!“
 
 
 
 

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

good
 

Time savings:

excellent
 

Breaking resistance:

good
 

Overall evaluation:

excellent
 

Dr. I. from Witten-Stockum

"Of course it's important not to overtax the instrument as regards the root fragment (size) to be extracted. Keep up the good work!"
 
 
 
 

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

good
 

Time savings:

time savings, less morbidity, excellent as a single-use instrument, you don't need to open it up
 

Breaking resistance:

after first use, unfortunately not; good as a single-use instrument
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. G. from Hamburg

"Possibly different lengths, perhaps also different diameters.. as well as a depth mark at 1.5mm!"
 
 
 
 

Optical impression:

excellent
 

Handling:

very graceful, facilitated by angle piece
 

Efficiency:

considerable time savings
 

Breaking resistance:

hard to assess, hasn't broken yet
 

Overall evaluation:

excellent
 

Dr. W. from Neuss

"The cost of the instrument is the decisive criterion since it can't be billed to the health insurer or the patient, for example for an X3."
 
 
 

Optical impression:

excellent
 

Handling:

easy
 

Efficiency:

considerably faster and gentler than osteotomy
 

Breaking resistance:

relatively high considering the diameter
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Oral Surgeon J. P.

"As a single-use instrument I can hardly charge the patient for it afterwards; multiple use would be better if possible. A good niche product."
 
 
 

Optical impression:

looks burnt
 

Handling:

super easy, excellent
 

Efficiency:

excellent
 

Breaking resistance:

it didn't break
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. W. from Essen

"Forceps missing… Otherwise good, please continue development."
 
 
 
 
 
 

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

easy
 

Efficiency:

fast
 

Break resistance:

good
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. H. from Kiew

"Usable for root tip extractions in rare cases but good and frequently usable for root canal preparation. You would need different sizes."
 
 
 

Optical impression:

excellent
 

Handling:

ok
 

Effiency:

time-saving
 

Breaking resistance:

really ok
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. H.

"So far I have always tried to remove small root tips with the WF file. This is a good idea and it works even better!"
 
 
 
 
 

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

good
 

Effiency:

excellent
 

Breaking resistance:

good
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. A. from Wien

"Thans for the innovative product."

Optical impression:

very good
 

Handling:

easy
 

Effiency:

5 minutes
 

Breaking resistance:

Instrument didn't break
 

Overall evaluation:

very good
 

Dr. M from Hannover

"Recommendable."

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

very good handling
 

Effiency:

I saved 15 minutes with this device.
 

Breaking resistance:

No problem
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. J. from Mönchengladbach

Optical impression:

very good
 

Handling:

very good
 

Effiency:

good
 

Breaking resistance:

good
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 

Dr. A. from Wolfenbüttel

"The product works good on movable roots."

Optical impression:

good
 

Handling:

good
 

Effiency:

good
 

Breaking resistance:

good
 

Overall evaluation:

good
 
testimonials
faq

FAQ



1
Could the drill snap in difficult situations?
The rootEX Root Tip Extractor is made of medical steel; when handled properly, snapping of the drill can be ruled out.
2
What is the cost-benefit ratio in regard to time expenditure?
The rootEX Root Tip Extractor allows for faster and thus more economic extraction of tooth fragments and only requires two quick working steps.
3
Is the Root Tip Extractor designed for multiple use?
To ensure safe functionalty of the rootEX Root Tip Extractor, a new instrument must be used for each application.
4
Must the patient expect to experience pain in the course of this treatment method?
Due to the minimally invasive procedure, the patient can expect considerably less pain as well as better wound healing than is the case with customary procedures.
5
Is the Root Tip Extractor easy to use?
The rootEX root tip extractor convinces with its simple and comfortable handling. Depending on which step-system is selected, a maximum of 2 work steps are required for successful extraction of the tooth fragment.
6
Can an expansion of the application spectrum be expected for this treatment method?
Due to its uncomplicated functionality, the rootEX Root Tip Extractor is universally applicable. Thus it can also find use in veterinary medicine.
7
What is the speed for drilling?
When drilling, work at a maximum speed of 250 rpm (as low as possible).
Press

Press coverage

The rootEX Root Tip Extractor has already been presented in various specialist publications and discussed with interest in professional circles.



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» ZMK, Ausgabe Juni, August / 2017

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» DT Austrian Edition,
Ausgabe 5 / 2017

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» DT D-A-CH Edition,
Ausgabe 4 / 2017

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» DT German Edition,
Ausgabe 5 / 2017

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» DZW, Ausgabe 25 / 2017

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» Presseecho DZW, Juni / 2017

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» Japanese Patent 6 914 324

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» US Patent 10 / 2019

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» RU Patent 01 / 2021

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Any other questions?
Please contact us.

If you have any further questions about our treatment method or we can help you in any other way, you can reach us by filling out the contact form on the right.

rootEX GmbH & Co. KG
Lindenstraße 5 A
29223 Celle
Phone: +49 (0) 5141 / 980 99 00
Fax: +49 (0) 5141 / 980 99 01
Email: info@root-ex.com

Press contact
Professional Press Cogar GmbH
Dagmar Westerheide
Südstr. 15
30989 Gehrden
Phone: +49 (0) 5108 / 921 221
Email: d.westerheide@professionalpress.de


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