- Specialized dental instrument designed for removing calculus from deep periodontal pockets with greater comfort and efficiency
Uses
- Deep subgingival scaling:
- Specifically engineered with a long, slender shank to provide superior access into deep periodontal pockets, allowing for the effective removal of subgingival calculus and plaque
- Calculus removal:
- The sharp, straight cutting edges are effective at breaking away and removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits from tooth surfaces
- Site-specific scaling:
- The 5/6 blade design makes it especially useful for scaling on the anterior teeth and the buccal and lingual surfaces of posterior teeth
Features
- Long and slender shank:
- The most notable feature of this pocket scaler is its elongated terminal shank, which allows clinicians to access deeper subgingival pockets than a standard scaler
- Straight, sharp edges:
- Double-ended and feature two straight cutting edges, which come to a pointed tip which makes them effective for removing moderate to heavy calculus deposits
- Ergonomic Handle:
- Features a lightweight (approximately 16g) polymer handle with medical-grade silicone cushion grips, designed to reduce hand and wrist fatigue and improve tactile sensitivity
- SmartSharp Technology:
- Manufactured with a proprietary process to ensure a well-defined edge that is easier to re-sharpen, allowing clinicians to apply less pressure and use fewer strokes
- Durable Edges:
- The instrument features a heat-treated, cryo-hardened stainless steel process that ensures edges stay sharp longer
- Autoclavable:
- The entire instrument is fully sterilizable for clinical use