Woodpecker
Very low stock (2 units)Regular price LE 115.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
Woodpecker
Very low stock (1 unit)Regular price LE 270.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
How to Choose Ultrasonic Perio Tips for Scaling and Root Planing
- Tip Geometry (Universal vs Curved Perio vs Slim Furcation) — Universal scaling tips (e.g. G1 Woodpecker) access supragingival and shallow pocket surfaces; curved perio tips (P-series) insert into 4–6 mm pockets for subgingival debridement; slim furcation tips access molar furcation areas (≤0.8 mm tip width) where standard perio tips cannot enter without damaging the furcation roof. A complete perio tip set includes all three geometries for full-mouth periodontal treatment.
- Tip Material (Stainless Steel vs Titanium) — Stainless steel tips are the standard for scaling and root planing on natural tooth surfaces; titanium-coated tips (e.g. DTE Titanium Tip) are required for implant surface cleaning where stainless steel tips abrade the titanium implant surface and create micro-roughness that promotes biofilm reattachment. Always use titanium or plastic tips on implant abutment and fixture surfaces.
- Power Setting (Low vs Medium vs High) — Use low power for subgingival instrumentation to minimise iatrogenic root surface damage and patient discomfort; medium power for supragingival heavy calculus removal; high power for initial debridement of severe generalised calculus before root planing. Most Egyptian periodontal practices use medium power as the routine setting with adjustment based on patient sensitivity and calculus extent.
- Water Flow Rate (8–50 mL/min) — The water coolant irrigates the tip and provides acoustic cavitation for antimicrobial effect at the tip face. Confirm the water flow rate through the scaler handpiece matches the tip design’s heat dissipation requirements; insufficient coolant flow causes tip overheating and potential thermal pulpal damage in teeth with short roots or compromised pulp chambers.
- DTE vs Woodpecker Compatibility — DTE (Woodpecker’s specialist endodontic/perio tip brand) tips use a standardised thread that fits DTE, Woodpecker UDS, and compatible units. Confirm tip thread compatibility with your specific scaler unit before purchasing replacement tips in bulk for your Egyptian practice.
Ultrasonic Perio Tip Products Available in Egypt
| Product | Material | Application | Price (EGP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTE Ultrasonic Tip | Stainless steel | Subgingival perio/scaling | 415 |
| Woodpecker Scaling Tip G1 | Stainless steel | Supragingival scaling | 115 |
| Scaler Tip China (Generic) | Stainless steel | General scaling | 45 |
| DTE Ultrasonic Titanium Tip | Titanium | Implant surface cleaning | 100 |
Availability & Delivery in Egypt
MedSTA supplies DTE and Woodpecker ultrasonic perio tips in EGP with same-day dispatch from Cairo. Cairo and Giza delivery within 1–3 business days; all other Egyptian governorates within 3–5 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an ultrasonic perio tip and an ultrasonic endo tip?
What is the difference between an ultrasonic perio tip and an ultrasonic endo tip?
Ultrasonic perio tips are designed for scaling and root surface debridement — they have a broader, curved blade geometry for sweeping calculus deposits from tooth and root surfaces, are used at medium power settings (50–70% amplitude), and must withstand sustained contact friction with calculus and cementum. Ultrasonic endo tips are precision instruments for root canal retreatment, canal access, and post removal — they have a narrow, pointed geometry for in-canal work at lower power settings and are designed for minimal dentinal contact rather than calculus removal. The two tip types are not interchangeable.
Do I need different tips for above-gum and below-gum ultrasonic scaling?
Do I need different tips for above-gum and below-gum ultrasonic scaling?
Yes — supragingival scaling uses broader, universal-geometry tips (e.g. Woodpecker G1) at medium-high power for efficient calculus removal from visible tooth surfaces. Subgingival periodontal debridement uses slimmer, curved perio tips that can enter 4–6 mm pockets without traumatising the pocket wall — used at low power settings to minimise root surface damage while disrupting subgingival biofilm and calculus. Using a universal supragingival tip for deep pocket instrumentation causes unacceptable iatrogenic root surface damage and lateral pressure on the pocket wall.
Which ultrasonic tip should be used on dental implants for cleaning?
Which ultrasonic tip should be used on dental implants for cleaning?
Stainless steel ultrasonic tips must NOT be used directly on titanium implant surfaces, abutments, or implant-supported restorations; the harder steel tip abrades the softer titanium surface, creating micro-roughness that dramatically increases biofilm adhesion and accelerates peri-implant inflammation. Use titanium-coated tips (e.g. DTE Titanium Tip) or carbon-fibre/PEEK tips specifically rated for implant surfaces. When using any metal tip near implants, maintain the tip at least 1–2 mm from the implant surface, cleaning only the natural tooth surfaces and restoration margins.
How often should ultrasonic scaling tips be replaced in Egyptian dental practices?
How often should ultrasonic scaling tips be replaced in Egyptian dental practices?
Replace ultrasonic scaling tips when tip length is reduced by 1 mm or more from the original specification (a tip gauge is used to measure this). As the tip shortens, its resonant frequency changes, reducing energy transfer efficiency and increasing the power setting needed for equivalent calculus removal. Inspect tip length every 50–100 clinical hours; active Egyptian practices performing 10–15 prophylaxis appointments per day will reach this threshold faster. Visual inspection for tip bending or surface pitting should also occur before each patient.
Does MedSTA supply DTE and Woodpecker ultrasonic perio tips across Egypt?
Does MedSTA supply DTE and Woodpecker ultrasonic perio tips across Egypt?
Yes — MedSTA supplies DTE Ultrasonic Tips (415 EGP), Woodpecker G1 Scaling Tips (115 EGP), DTE Titanium Tips (100 EGP), and generic scaling tips (45 EGP) in EGP with same-day dispatch from Cairo. Cairo and Giza delivery within 1–3 business days; all other Egyptian governorates within 3–5 business days.