ISO 15087-3:2000

Overview

ISO 15087-3:2000 is an International Standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that specifies the requirements and dimensions for Cryer dental elevators. As part of the broader ISO 15087 series covering dental elevators, this third part focuses specifically on the design, categorization, and measurement of Cryer elevators, which are specialized dental instruments used to aid in tooth extraction procedures.

This standard ensures consistent quality, safety, and interchangeability among Cryer elevators, providing manufacturers and dental professionals with clear technical criteria to follow.

Key Topics

• Scope and Classification
  ISO 15087-3 defines Cryer elevators by their working end shape, grouping them into:

  • Type 1: Straight working end (rarely used)
  • Type 2: Left working end
  • Type 3: Right working end

• Design and Dimensions
  The standard details precise measurements for blade width, thickness, length, radius, and angular dimensions to guarantee uniformity. Key dimensional requirements include:

  • Overall length ranging between 145 mm and 170 mm
  • Specific blade dimensions measured at 3 mm from the tip for consistency
  • Offset and blade angles for proper ergonomic and functional effectiveness

• Measurement Methods
  Points of measurement are clearly defined to ensure accurate assessment of each instrument, based on protocols also described in ISO 15087-1:1999. This includes measuring blade length parallel to the instrument’s centerline and radius of curvature on the blade’s inner surface.

• Marking and Identification
  Instruments conforming to ISO 15087-3 may be labeled with the standard number followed by a slash and their type number (e.g., ISO 15087-3/2 for type 2 Cryer elevators). This facilitates traceability and compliance verification.

Applications

• Dental Surgery
  Cryer elevators are used primarily in oral surgery to luxate and extract teeth. Their specialized curved working ends allow surgeons to effectively dislodge and elevate teeth while minimizing trauma to surrounding bone and tissue.

• Instrument Manufacturing
  Compliance with ISO 15087-3 enables manufacturers to produce Cryer elevators meeting internationally recognized dimensional standards, enhancing product quality, safe use, and user confidence worldwide.

• Professional Training and Procurement
  Dental educators and purchasing departments can rely on ISO 15087-3 specifications to select appropriate tools and instruct practitioners on standard elevator types and handling, contributing to improved clinical outcomes.

Related Standards

• ISO 15087 Series – Dental Elevators

  • Part 1: General requirements for dental elevators
  • Part 2: Warwick James elevators
  • Part 4: Coupland elevators
  • Part 5: Bein elevators
  • Part 6: Flohr elevators

• ISO 1942-3: Dental vocabulary - Part 3: Dental instruments
  Provides terminology and definitions referenced throughout ISO 15087-3 ensuring consistency in communication.

Practical Value

By adhering to ISO 15087-3:2000, dental professionals and manufacturers benefit from enhanced safety, quality control, and standardization for Cryer elevators. This leads to:

• Improved compatibility and interchangeability of dental tools
• Clear guidelines for measurement and design facilitating manufacturing precision
• Increased confidence in instrument performance during dental extraction procedures
• Aid in regulatory compliance and market acceptance in global regions

ISO 15087-3 continues to play a critical role in the dental industry by harmonizing specifications for irrigation elevators, thereby supporting best practices in oral healthcare.