The fine point of the ProLux™ Luxating Elevator Spade facilitates sulcular retraction and aids in positive engagement into the PDL space. The thin profile and sharpened edges incise the ligament quickly and expand the alveolus laterally. In cases where there is a lack of coronal structure, or the root has fractured subgingivally, the sharpened tip of the spade can still be easily advanced along the side of the root. This ProLux™ Luxating Elevator Spade is well suited to create a purchase point for the application of additional ProLux™ Luxating Elevators or other instrumentation, such as extraction forceps.