Intensiv
Very low stock (3 units)Regular price LE 390.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable-
Frank Dental
Frank High Speed Carbide burs periodontology - 1 pc
In stock (38 units)Regular price LE 150.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
How to Choose the Right Periodontal Burs for Your Practice
- Flute Design — Periodontal burs typically use a round or pear-shaped carbide head with flutes designed for efficient bone removal at lower speed, reducing the heat generation associated with fine-fluted burs used for enamel.
- Speed and Irrigation — Osseous recontouring should be performed at low to moderate speed with continuous saline irrigation to keep bone temperature below the critical 47°C threshold that risks osteonecrosis.
- Bur Length and Access — Extra-long shank burs improve access to posterior surgical sites and deep osseous defects where a standard-length bur cannot reach without obstruction from cheek or lip retraction.
- Carbide Grade — Tungsten carbide flutes resist dulling faster than standard steel burs when cutting dense cortical bone, maintaining cutting efficiency across a full surgical procedure.
- Root Surface Smoothing Burs — Finishing burs with finer flutes are used after osseous recontouring to smooth root surfaces and remove residual irregularities without gouging cementum.
- Autoclavability — Confirm burs tolerate repeated 134°C autoclave cycles without carbide flute degradation, since periodontal surgical burs must maintain cutting efficiency across a full surgical schedule.
Periodontal Bur Types at a Glance
| Bur Type | Head Shape | Function | Best Clinical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Carbide Bur | Round | Bone removal, osseous recontouring | Shaping alveolar bone during crown lengthening |
| Pear-Shaped Carbide Bur | Pear | Broader bone contouring | Interproximal and buccal osseous shaping |
| Extra-Long Shank Bur | Round/Pear | Access to posterior and deep sites | Posterior surgical sites, deep osseous defects |
| Root Smoothing Bur | Fine flute | Root surface finishing | Smoothing root surfaces after recontouring |
Availability & Delivery in Egypt
MedSTA prices periodontal burs in EGP with nationwide delivery across Egypt. Inspect carbide flutes for dulling before each surgical case, and store burs in a dedicated surgical bur block to protect the cutting edge between sterilization cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a periodontal bur and a standard restorative carbide bur?
What is the difference between a periodontal bur and a standard restorative carbide bur?
Periodontal burs are designed with flute geometry optimized for cutting bone rather than enamel or dentin, typically used at lower speed with continuous irrigation, while restorative carbide burs are optimized for cutting tooth structure at higher speeds.
What speed and irrigation should be used during osseous recontouring?
What speed and irrigation should be used during osseous recontouring?
Osseous recontouring should be performed at low to moderate speed with continuous saline irrigation to keep bone temperature below the critical 47°C threshold, since excessive heat during bone cutting risks osteonecrosis and delayed healing.
When is an extra-long shank bur needed for periodontal surgery?
When is an extra-long shank bur needed for periodontal surgery?
Extra-long shank burs are used when access to posterior surgical sites or deep osseous defects is limited by a standard-length bur's reach, particularly in cases requiring significant retraction of cheek or lip tissue.
Can the same bur be used for both bone recontouring and root surface smoothing?
Can the same bur be used for both bone recontouring and root surface smoothing?
Generally no. Bone recontouring uses a coarser carbide flute designed for efficient bone removal, while root surface smoothing after recontouring uses a finer-fluted finishing bur to avoid gouging cementum on the root surface.
Does MedSTA supply periodontal burs suited for high-volume surgical schedules in Egypt?
Does MedSTA supply periodontal burs suited for high-volume surgical schedules in Egypt?
Yes. MedSTA supplies periodontal carbide burs from brands including Intensiv and Frank Dental, priced in EGP with nationwide delivery across Egypt.