- Primarily used in oral surgery and periodontal procedures for debridement and material removal
Uses
- Debridement of Surgical Sites:
- It is used to scoop out and remove unwanted material, such as infected tissue, granulation tissue, dental plaque, calculus, and other debris from surgical areas
- Tooth Socket Cleaning:
- Following a tooth extraction, the curette helps clean the socket to ensure no material remains that might hinder healing or cause infection
- Cyst Removal:
- Clinicians use it to debride bone or soft tissue surrounding cysts, helping to ensure complete removal of the cyst lining
- Apicoectomy Procedures:
- In endodontic surgery, it is used to clean the bone around the apex of the tooth root after its removal
- Removal of Abscess Material:
- It aids in draining and cleaning abscesses to facilitate healing
Features
- Design:
- It has a distinct spoon-shaped, single-ended blade with a rounded toe and a downside-curved tip, designed for effective scraping and scooping without damaging surrounding healthy tissue
- Working End:
- The instrument has a 2.9mm working end, which is the "right" oriented blade for accessing specific areas of the mouth
- Material:
- It is manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to ensure durability, longevity, and optimal performance
