- Double-ended sickle scaler designed for implant maintenance
Uses:
- Implant Maintenance:
- Used to remove calculus and plaque from implant surfaces without causing damage
- Posterior Sickle:
- Effective for removing supragingival and slightly subgingival deposits on the facial, lingual, and interproximal surfaces of posterior implants
- Periodontal Debridement:
- Can also be used for periodontal debridement on natural teeth, particularly for removing heavy deposits in posterior areas
Implant Safety:
- Titanium tips are crucial for implant maintenance
- Other metal scalers should not be used on implants, as they can cause surface scratches that lead to plaque retention and potential implant failure
Features:
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Sickle Scaler #204S:
- This instrument has mirror-image sickle blades on both ends, with a shorter terminal shank to better adapt to posterior implant surfaces
- Titanium Tips:
- Tips are made of titanium to prevent scratching or damaging implant surfaces, as titanium is softer than the metals used in traditional scalers
- Tips have a purple tint for easy identification as implant-safe
- DuraLite Handle:
- The lightweight handle provides improved tactile sensitivity and reduces hand fatigue during use
- Posterior Application:
- The specific shank design and angulation of the 204S are suited for scaling posterior implant surfaces
