11/12 After Five Gracey Curette

The 11/12 After Five Gracey Curette is designed for dental professionals performing periodontal scaling and root surface instrumentation. The Gracey 11/12 configuration is commonly used for posterior tooth surfaces, while the After Five design incorporates an extended shank to provide additional reach into deeper periodontal areas. The extended shank helps the clinician access areas that may be difficult to reach with a standard-length curette. This makes the instrument useful for subgingival calculus removal and root surface debridement during periodontal maintenance and nonsurgical periodontal procedures. The Gracey working end is designed for controlled adaptation to the tooth surface. This allows the clinician to maintain appropriate contact while performing precise periodontal instrumentation. The 11/12 After Five Gracey Curette can be included in professional periodontal instrument sets, dental hygiene setups, and clinical maintenance collections. When supplied as a reusable stainless-steel instrument, it should be cleaned, sterilized, and maintained according to applicable manufacturer instructions and clinical protocols. Key Features Gracey 11/12 configuration After Five extended-shank design Designed for posterior tooth surfaces Increased access to deeper periodontal areas Suitable for subgingival calculus removal Supports root surface debridement Precision Gracey working end Suitable for periodontal maintenance Ergonomic handle for controlled instrumentation Reusable stainless-steel construction where applicable Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 11/12 After Five Gracey Curette Instrument Type Gracey Periodontal Curette Pattern 11/12 Design After Five Shank Extended Primary Use Periodontal Scaling & Debridement Typical Area Posterior Teeth Working End Gracey Blade Material Stainless Steel Reusable Yes, where applicable Intended Users Dentists & Dental Hygienists Applications The 11/12 After Five Gracey Curette is suitable for: Deep periodontal scaling Subgingival calculus removal Root surface debridement Posterior tooth instrumentation Periodontal maintenance Nonsurgical periodontal therapy Deeper periodontal pocket instrumentation Removal of subgingival deposits Benefits Extended Access: The After Five shank provides additional reach for deeper periodontal areas. Posterior Instrumentation: The 11/12 configuration is designed for appropriate posterior tooth surfaces. Precision: The Gracey working end supports controlled adaptation to tooth anatomy. Professional Durability: Stainless-steel construction supports repeated clinical use with proper care. FAQs 1. What is an 11/12 After Five Gracey Curette used for? It is designed for periodontal scaling and root surface debridement on posterior teeth, especially where additional depth access is required. 2. What does “After Five” mean? After Five Gracey curettes feature an extended shank that provides additional access to deeper periodontal areas compared with standard Gracey curettes. 3. What is the 11/12 configuration used for? The 11/12 Gracey configuration is intended primarily for periodontal instrumentation of posterior tooth surfaces. 4. Can it be used for subgingival calculus? Yes. It is designed for appropriate subgingival scaling and calculus removal. 5. Is the curette reusable? Yes, when supplied as a reusable instrument and properly cleaned and sterilized according to applicable protocols. 6. Who should use this instrument? It is intended for trained dentists, dental hygienists, periodontists, and other qualified dental professionals.