- Site-specific, designed for removing calculus and root planing on the mesial surfaces of posterior teeth
Uses
- Site-specific scaling:
- Its design allows for precise scaling and root planing on the mesial surfaces of molars and premolars, where access can be difficult with other instruments
- Periodontal debridement:
- It is used to remove plaque and calculus and to smooth root surfaces during periodontal therapy
- Calculus removal:
- The sharp, single cutting edge is highly effective at removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits from subgingival areas
- Improved access:
- The medium contra-angle shank is specifically shaped to provide better access and proper adaptation to the challenging contours of posterior teeth
Features
- Gracey 15/16 Tip:
- Designed with one cutting edge per blade that is effective for cleaning a specific set of tooth surfaces
- This dual-ended design is versatile and allows for easy access to different surfaces of the teeth
- Curved and rounded toe:
- The blade is curved with a rounded toe, which helps to minimize trauma to the soft tissue while removing deposits from deep periodontal pockets
- Medium contra-angle shank:
- The shank is shaped with multiple bends to provide crown clearance and better access to the mesial surfaces of posterior teeth
- Optimal angulation:
- The curette's blade is offset at a 70-degree angle to the shank, providing the perfect angulation to the tooth's surface for scaling
- 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
