- A hygiene instrument used by dental professionals for removing calculus and stains from all tooth surfaces
Applications:
- Universal scaling:
- Can be used for the effective removal of supra- and subgingival calculus deposits from all tooth surfaces
- Root planing:
- The fine, sharp tips are suitable for smoothing the tooth root surface, a procedure known as root planing
- Anterior and posterior use:
- The versatile design is suitable for use on both anterior and posterior teeth, making it a valuable tool for general dental cleanings
- Heavy calculus removal:
- The powerful blade design is effective for removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits
Features:
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137 Tip design:
- Double-ended:
- The instrument has a working tip on each end
- The ends are typically mirror images of each other, allowing the clinician to access different surfaces of the teeth with the same instrument
- Sickle blade:
- The blade is triangular in cross-section with two cutting edges that converge to a pointed tip
- This design is highly effective for removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits
- Universal usage:
- The 137 tip design is versatile and suitable for removing calculus from both anterior and posterior tooth surfaces
- Precision and access:
- The tip's shape and angles are designed to navigate tight interproximal (between teeth) spaces and effectively adapt to tooth surfaces
- SmartSharp technology:
- The tips are made from heat-treated, cryo-hardened 440A stainless steel
- This technology ensures the tips maintain a sharp edge and precise angle for greater efficiency and less repetitive motion for the user
- Autoclavable:
- The durable polymer handle is designed to withstand multiple autoclaving cycles, ensuring longevity and proper infection control
- Designed for control:
- The handle and tip design allow the user to easily maintain control during instrumentation with less pressure required
