- Designed for removing calculus from deep and narrow periodontal pockets, particularly on the mesial surfaces of posterior teeth
Uses
- Deep subgingival scaling:
- Specifically engineered with a longer and more slender terminal shank than standard pocket scalers, allowing for superior access into deep, tight periodontal pockets for the effective removal of subgingival calculus and plaque
- Site-specific scaling:
- The 11/12 blade design is well-suited for scaling the mesial surfaces of posterior teeth, including premolars and molars
- Calculus removal:
- The blades, with their sharp, straight cutting edges, are effective at breaking away moderate to heavy calculus deposits from tooth surfaces
Features
- Long and slender shank:
- The most notable feature of this pocket scaler is its elongated and thin terminal shank, which allows clinicians to access deeper and tighter subgingival pockets than a standard scaler
- Half the blade length:
- The "Mini" in the name refers to the fact that the blade is half the length of a regular pocket scaler blade
- The shorter, thinner blade profile is excellent for navigating tight interproximal areas
- Straight, sharp edges:
- Double-ended and feature two straight cutting edges, which come to a pointed tip which makes them effective for removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits
- Ergonomic Handle:
- Features a lightweight (approximately 16g) polymer handle with medical-grade silicone cushion grips, designed to reduce hand and wrist fatigue and improve tactile sensitivity
- SmartSharp Technology:
- Manufactured with a proprietary process to ensure a well-defined edge that is easier to re-sharpen, allowing clinicians to apply less pressure and use fewer strokes
- Durable Edges:
- The instrument features a heat-treated, cryo-hardened stainless steel process that ensures edges stay sharp longer
- Autoclavable:
- The entire instrument is fully sterilizable for clinical use
