13/14 Mini Five Gracey Curette

The 13/14 Mini Five Gracey Curette is a specialized periodontal scaling instrument designed to provide controlled access to deep and anatomically restricted periodontal areas. The 13/14 Gracey configuration is an area-specific design intended for appropriate posterior tooth surfaces. The Mini Five modification retains the area-specific Gracey working-end design while incorporating a longer terminal shank and a reduced blade size for improved access. According to the manufacturer, the terminal shank is 3 mm longer than the standard Gracey , helping provide access into deep periodontal pockets and root surfaces of approximately 5 mm or more. The blade is approximately 50% shorter and 10% thinner than a standard Gracey blade, supporting adaptation in narrow pockets and furcation areas. The reduced blade profile can help facilitate gingival insertion while limiting unnecessary tissue distention. The area-specific working end is designed to provide controlled adaptation to appropriate root surfaces during periodontal instrumentation. The instrument is suitable for subgingival calculus removal, periodontal scaling, root surface debridement, deep pocket instrumentation, and periodontal maintenance when clinically indicated. The Mini Five design is available in different handle configurations, including the Harmony ergonomic handle , #6 Satin Steel, #7 Satin Steel Colours, #8 ResinEight, and other manufacturer-specific options. Proper periodontal instrumentation technique should be used, including appropriate insertion, adaptation, angulation, and controlled lateral pressure. Key Features 13/14 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 root surfaces Improved access to restricted areas Suitable for furcation-area instrumentation Double-ended configuration Available with multiple handle options Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 13/14 Mini Five Gracey Curette Category Periodontal / Dental Instruments Instrument Type Gracey Curette Pattern 13/14 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 dimensions may vary by 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: Provides improved access to deep periodontal pockets and root surfaces. Shorter blade: Helps improve adaptation in narrow periodontal areas. Thinner blade: Facilitates insertion and can reduce tissue distention. Area-specific design: Provides controlled adaptation to appropriate posterior tooth surfaces. Mini Five configuration: Particularly useful when standard Gracey access is limited. FAQs 1. What is a 13/14 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 longer terminal shank and a shorter, thinner blade compared with a standard Gracey curette. 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 shorter than a standard Gracey? Yes. The blade is approximately 50% shorter and 10% thinner than a standard Gracey blade. 5. Is the 13/14 Mini Five suitable for deep pockets? Yes. Its design is specifically intended to improve access to deep periodontal pockets and narrow root surfaces.