What are area specific curettes?
David Perry What are area specific curettes?
Area-specific curettes, such as the Gracey curettes, are designed so that each blade adapts to a specific tooth surface or area. Only one cutting edge on each blade is used.
Where are Gracey curettes used?
Along with universal curettes, Gracey curettes are one of the main instruments used for scaling and root planing. Gracey curettes are especially ideal for subgingival calculus removal because the design of the instrument allows for better adaptation to the anatomy of the roots.
What are dental curettes used for?
CURETTES: The Curette is a Surgical instrument used to remove deep subgingival calculus, root planning altered cementum and removing the soft tissue lining the periodontal pocket.
What is the Barnhart 5/6 used for?
Designed for the removal of moderate to heavy calculus from all supra- and subgingival tooth surfaces. These instruments remove moderate to heavy calculus from supra- and subgingival tooth surfaces. Put one of the cutting edges against the tooth.
What is a Gracey 3/4 used for?
These area-specific curettes are for removing deep subgingival calculus and for finishing subgingival root surfaces. Put the tip third or half of the cutting edge against the tooth. (The larger outer curve is always the cutting edge.) Make sure the lower shank is parallel with the tooth surface.
What is the Gracey 5/6 used for?
Area specific curettes for the removal of deep subgingival calculus. These area-specific curettes are for removing deep subgingival calculus and for finishing subgingival root surfaces.
What are dental scalers used for?
A dental scaler is a handheld device that has a hook or curved blade. It scrapes away plaque and tartar from the teeth. A dentist or dental hygienist uses this special tool after undergoing intense training for scale correction.
What are endodontic files used for?
Endodontic hand files are instruments used during endodontic treatment to mechanically prepare root canals.
Is a Barnhart 5/6 a universal curette?
PDT’s most popular universal curette, the Barnhart 5-6, features two cutting edges and a round toe for use on all surfaces. PDT instruments are ideally weighted, featuring the most ergonomic handle with knurling to the instrument shank to provide increased comfort with less hand fatigue and pinch.
