- Crown and band contouring pliers permit reshaping bands to fit the specific anatomy of a tooth
Features:
- Purpose:
- Specialized orthodontic instrument used to reshape and adapt stainless steel crowns and orthodontic bands
- Adapting the margins of preformed crowns to ensure they seal correctly around the prepared tooth
- Concave-convex beaks:
- Features a concave and convex surface
- Allows the pliers to effectively grip and reshape crowns and bands, adapting their contours for a precise fit
- Blunt, curved beaks:
- Working tips are intentionally blunt to prevent patient trauma during use
- Their curved shape further assists in maneuvering around the contours of teeth
- Smooth jaw:
- Has a smooth jaw surface to avoid marking or damaging the metal surface of the crown or band
- Surgical-grade stainless steel:
- Made from a high-quality, corrosion-resistant stainless steel
- Ensures durability and allows the instrument to withstand repeated sterilization in an autoclave or chemiclave
- Non-locking:
- Non-locking, which provides the clinician with direct tactile feedback and maximum control over the amount of force applied while contouring
- Ergonomic design:
- Crafted for comfortable use, which helps minimize hand fatigue during procedures
- Size:
- 12cm/4-3/4"
