137 Sickle Scaler Instrument

The 137 Sickle Scaler Instrument is designed for professional dental cleaning and periodontal hygiene procedures where efficient removal of supragingival calculus is required. Its specialized sickle-style working end provides a sharp, precise edge suitable for removing hardened deposits from accessible tooth surfaces. The instrument is particularly useful in areas where calculus accumulates around the gingival margin and interproximal regions. The pointed working end allows the clinician to access narrow spaces and effectively engage deposits while maintaining controlled instrumentation. The 137 Sickle Scaler can be used as part of routine dental prophylaxis and oral hygiene procedures. Its ergonomic design supports comfortable handling and controlled movements during scaling. Manufactured from professional-grade stainless steel, the instrument is intended for repeated clinical use when properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained according to applicable instrument-care procedures. Key Features Sickle-shaped dental scaler Designed for supragingival calculus removal Sharp working end for efficient deposit removal Useful for interproximal and accessible tooth surfaces Suitable for routine dental prophylaxis Ergonomic hand instrumentation Professional dental hygiene instrument Reusable stainless-steel construction Designed for cleaning and sterilization between uses Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 137 Sickle Scaler Instrument Type Sickle Scaler Instrument Number 137 Category Dental Hygiene / Periodontal Primary Use Supragingival Calculus Removal Working End Sickle-Shaped Material Stainless Steel Reusable Yes Application Professional Dental Cleaning Applications The 137 Sickle Scaler Instrument is commonly suited for: Supragingival calculus removal Routine dental scaling Dental prophylaxis Interproximal calculus removal Removal of deposits around accessible tooth surfaces General dental hygiene procedures Benefits Precision: The pointed sickle working end allows controlled engagement of calculus deposits. Accessibility: Its design helps reach narrow and interproximal areas where deposits may accumulate. Durability: Stainless-steel construction provides a reusable solution for professional dental environments. Clinical Versatility: Suitable for routine scaling and preventive dental hygiene procedures. FAQs 1. What is a 137 Sickle Scaler used for? It is primarily used for removing supragingival calculus and deposits from accessible tooth surfaces. 2. Is it suitable for interproximal areas? Yes. The pointed sickle design is useful for accessing narrow interproximal areas. 3. Is the 137 Sickle Scaler reusable? Yes, when manufactured as a reusable stainless-steel instrument and properly processed according to applicable sterilization protocols. 4. Can it be used for routine dental cleaning? Yes. It is suitable for professional scaling and dental prophylaxis procedures. 5. What type of working end does it have? It features a pointed, sickle-shaped working end designed for engaging calculus deposits. 6. Who should use this instrument? It is intended for trained dental professionals performing appropriate dental hygiene and scaling procedures.