11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette

The 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette is a specialized dental periodontal instrument designed for professional scaling, subgingival debridement, and removal of deposits from tooth and root surfaces. Periodontal curettes are essential instruments in preventive and therapeutic dental care because they allow clinicians to access periodontal pockets and remove calculus, plaque, and other deposits that contribute to periodontal inflammation. The 11S 12S configuration is designed to provide controlled access to periodontal areas where precision instrumentation is required. The working end of a periodontal curette is engineered to contact the tooth surface while allowing the clinician to apply controlled strokes during scaling and root debridement. Proper adaptation of the cutting edge is important for effective calculus removal while helping preserve healthy tooth and soft tissue structures. The Sugarman Periodontal Curette can be used during professional periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, supportive periodontal therapy, and other procedures involving subgingival instrumentation. It may be particularly useful when clinicians need to access localized deposits within periodontal pockets or along root surfaces that are difficult to reach with broader instruments. One of the primary advantages of a periodontal curette is its ability to provide controlled tactile feedback. The clinician can identify irregularities on the root surface and detect deposits through the instrument’s working end. Controlled instrumentation allows calculus to be removed progressively while minimizing unnecessary pressure against the surrounding periodontal tissues. The 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette is suitable for professional dental practices, periodontal clinics, dental hygiene procedures, and educational settings where precision periodontal instrumentation is required. Its specialized working profile makes it a useful addition to periodontal instrument sets alongside other curettes, scalers, periodontal probes, and diagnostic instruments. The instrument’s handle should provide a secure and comfortable grip to support controlled finger movements during extended periodontal procedures. Ergonomic handling is particularly important during scaling and root planing because clinicians may perform repeated strokes over multiple tooth surfaces. A balanced instrument can help support precise adaptation and efficient clinical technique. Reusable periodontal curettes are commonly manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel or other specialized dental instrument materials. The material should provide sufficient hardness to maintain the working edge, along with corrosion resistance for repeated cleaning and sterilization. Exact material composition, handle dimensions, blade geometry, and working-end specifications should be confirmed with the manufacturer or authorized supplier. The cutting edge of a periodontal curette should be inspected regularly. Repeated use and sharpening can gradually alter the geometry of the working end. A dull, damaged, or improperly sharpened curette may require greater force and may not provide optimal calculus removal. Routine inspection and professional sharpening or replacement should be performed according to the instrument’s intended maintenance protocol. After each procedure, the 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette should be cleaned promptly to remove blood, saliva, calculus, and other biological residue. Particular attention should be given to the working end and handle transitions. After cleaning, the instrument should be rinsed, dried, inspected, and sterilized according to validated manufacturer instructions and applicable dental infection-control protocols. Proper maintenance helps preserve the instrument’s working-edge integrity and extend its service life. The curette should be stored in a manner that protects its delicate working end from contact with other instruments that could cause nicks or deformation. The 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette provides dental professionals with a specialized solution for controlled periodontal debridement and calculus removal. Its precision-oriented working profile, tactile control, and suitability for subgingival instrumentation make it a valuable component of professional periodontal and dental hygiene instrument collections. Key Features Sugarman periodontal curette for professional dental use 11S 12S working-end configuration Designed for subgingival periodontal debridement Supports calculus and plaque deposit removal Suitable for periodontal pocket instrumentation Facilitates controlled root surface debridement Precision working edge supports tactile feedback Suitable for periodontal maintenance procedures Ergonomic handle supports controlled instrumentation Durable medical-grade construction Designed for repeated professional clinical use Reusable models require appropriate cleaning and sterilization Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette Instrument Type Periodontal Curette Pattern Sugarman Size / Configuration 11S 12S Primary Function Subgingival Debridement Secondary Function Calculus & Deposit Removal Application Periodontal Therapy & Dental Hygiene Working Area Periodontal Pockets & Root Surfaces Handle Ergonomic Dental Instrument Handle* Construction Medical-Grade Material* Reusable Depending on manufacturer configuration Sterilization According to validated manufacturer instructions *Exact blade dimensions, cutting-edge geometry, material, handle design, and finish should be confirmed with the manufacturer or authorized supplier. FAQs 1. What is the 11S 12S Sugarman Periodontal Curette used for? It is designed for professional periodontal debridement, including removal of calculus and other deposits from periodontal pockets and tooth root surfaces. 2. Can the Sugarman Curette be used for subgingival scaling? Yes. Its specialized working end is intended for controlled subgingival instrumentation and periodontal debridement. 3. What is the purpose of a periodontal curette? A periodontal curette is used to remove calculus, plaque, and other deposits from tooth and root surfaces while providing controlled access to periodontal pockets. 4. What does 11S 12S indicate on a periodontal curette? 11S 12S identifies the specific working-end configuration of the curette. Exact blade geometry and intended tooth-surface applications should be confirmed with the manufacturer’s specifications. 5. Is the Sugarman Periodontal Curette suitable for periodontal maintenance? Yes. Periodontal curettes can be used during appropriate supportive periodontal therapy and professional maintenance procedures. 6. How should the cutting edge of a periodontal curette be maintained? The working edge should be regularly inspected and professionally sharpened or replaced when necessary, following the manufacturer’s recommendations. 7. Is the 11S 12S Sugarman Curette reusable? Reusable versions can be reprocessed between patients when approved by the manufacturer. Proper cleaning, inspection, sharpening as appropriate, and sterilization are required.