Category
Diagnostic Instruments
Diagnostic dental instruments are specialized tools used by dentists to examine teeth, gums, and oral tissues. They help identify cavities, plaque, gum disease, and other dental issues. Common instruments include mouth mirrors, explorers, and periodontal probes.
Periodontal Instruments
Periodontal instruments are specialized tools used in dental procedures to diagnose and treat gum disease. They help remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from below the gum line. Common types include scalers, curettes, and periodontal probes, all designed to maintain or restore periodontal health.
Dental Surgical Instruments
These are specialized tools used in oral surgery and complex dental procedures. They assist in cutting, retracting, and suturing tissues, as well as extracting teeth and removing bone. Common instruments include forceps, elevators, scalpels, bone chisels, and needle holders.
Endodontic Instruments
These are specialized tools used in root canal treatments to diagnose, clean, shape, and fill the root canals. These instruments include files, reamers, spreaders, pluggers, and endodontic explorers etc.
Restorative Instruments
They help restore the function and appearance of damaged teeth. Common instruments include amalgam carriers, condensers, burnishers, carvers, and composite placement instruments.
Orthodontic Instruments
These are specialized tools used by orthodontists to diagnose, place, adjust, and remove braces and other dental appliances. These instruments include bracket placers, band removers, ligature cutters, and wire-bending pliers, helping to correct teeth alignment and jaw positioning.
