12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette

The 12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette is a specialized periodontal dental instrument designed to provide improved access and control during subgingival scaling and root surface debridement. The 12/13 configuration is an area-specific Gracey design intended for appropriate posterior tooth surfaces. The Mini Five modification combines the standard Gracey working-end concept with a longer terminal shank and reduced blade dimensions to improve access in anatomically restricted areas. According to HuFriedyGroup, the terminal shank is 3 mm longer than a standard Gracey curette , helping provide access to deep periodontal pockets and root surfaces of approximately 5 mm or more. The blade is 50% shorter and 10% thinner than the standard Gracey blade, making it suitable for adaptation in deep, narrow pockets and furcation areas. The compact working end can facilitate insertion into narrow periodontal spaces while the thinner blade is designed to help reduce tissue distention during instrumentation. The area-specific design provides controlled adaptation to appropriate root surfaces. The curette may be used for subgingival calculus removal, periodontal scaling, root surface debridement, deep pocket instrumentation, and periodontal maintenance when clinically indicated. The 12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette is available with several handle options, including the Harmony Ergonomic Handle , #6 Satin Steel, #7 Satin Steel Colours, #8 ResinEight, and #9 EverEdge handles. Proper professional periodontal technique should be used, including appropriate insertion, adaptation, angulation, and controlled lateral pressure. Key Features 12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette Area-specific Gracey design 3 mm longer terminal shank than standard Gracey Blade approximately 50% shorter Blade approximately 10% thinner Designed for deep, narrow periodontal pockets Suitable for posterior tooth surfaces Improved access to restricted periodontal areas Suitable for furcation-area instrumentation Double-ended design Available with multiple handle configurations Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette Category Periodontal / Dental Instruments Instrument Type Gracey Curette Pattern 12/13 Design Mini Five Terminal Shank 3 mm longer than Standard Gracey Blade Length Approx. 50% shorter than Standard Gracey Blade Thickness Approx. 10% thinner than Standard Gracey Common Application Posterior Teeth Primary Function Subgingival Scaling & Root Debridement Handle Manufacturer-Specific Configuration Double-Ended Material Dental Instrument Grade* Sterility Non-Sterile Unless Otherwise Specified *Exact material and dimensional specifications may vary according to manufacturer and handle configuration. Applications Deep periodontal pocket scaling Subgingival calculus removal Posterior tooth instrumentation Root surface debridement Furcation-area instrumentation Periodontal maintenance Non-surgical periodontal therapy Benefits Extended terminal shank: Helps provide improved access to deeper periodontal areas. Shorter blade: Supports adaptation in narrow periodontal pockets. Thinner blade: Facilitates gingival insertion and helps reduce tissue distention. Area-specific design: Provides controlled adaptation to appropriate posterior root surfaces. Mini Five configuration: Useful where standard Gracey access is limited. FAQs 1. What is a 12/13 Mini Five Gracey Curette used for? It is designed for periodontal scaling and root surface debridement, particularly in deep, narrow periodontal pockets and appropriate posterior areas. 2. What does Mini Five mean? Mini Five refers to a Gracey design with a terminal shank that is 3 mm longer and a blade that is 50% shorter and 10% thinner than a standard Gracey. 3. How much longer is the terminal shank? The terminal shank is approximately 3 mm longer than the standard Gracey design. 4. Is the blade smaller than a standard Gracey? Yes. The blade is approximately 50% shorter and 10% thinner than the standard Gracey blade. 5. Is the 12/13 Mini Five suitable for deep pockets? Yes. Its design is intended to provide improved access to deep periodontal pockets and narrow root surfaces.