- A double-ended anterior hoe scaler designed for efficient dental hygiene procedures
Uses
- Calculus Removal:
- Specifically used for removing large, heavy deposits of supragingival calculus
- Anterior Application:
- Designed for use on the facial and lingual surfaces of anterior teeth
- Orthodontic & Pedodontic Support:
- Effective for removing cement in orthodontic practices and deposits in pedodontic care
Features
- Mirror Image Blades:
- Features two 1.5 mm blades that are mirror images of each other to facilitate access to different sides of the tooth
- Angled Shanks:
- The 12mm long shanks are angled at 35°, optimized for reaching anterior tooth surfaces.
- Medium Round Handle:
- Medium Round #4 handle has a moderate 5/16” (8mm) diameter with a segmented knurled grip to provide excellent control
- The handle is 100% stainless steel and the finish is bright electro-polished to make it easy to clean and sterilize by any method
- Material:
- Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel (UltraSteel™) for a harder, longer-lasting cutting edge
Benefits
- Reduced Hand Fatigue:
- The lightweight, ergonomic handle design requires less finger pressure, minimizing clinician strain during long procedures
- Enhanced Tactile Sensitivity:
- The design provides high tactile feedback, allowing clinicians to detect and remove calculus effectively
- Durability and Sharpness:
- Nordent's proprietary heat-treatment process ensures the instrument stays sharp longer, reducing the frequency of sharpening
- Ease of Maintenance:
- The instrument can be sterilized using any standard method (Steam Autoclave, Chemical Vapor, etc.)