16/17 Gracey Curette Instrument

The 16/17 Gracey Curette Instrument is designed for professional dental hygiene and periodontal procedures requiring precise instrumentation of posterior teeth. The Gracey 16/17 configuration provides an extended and angled working-end design that can help clinicians access distal surfaces of posterior teeth more effectively. Its specialized blade geometry allows the working end to adapt closely to the tooth surface during periodontal instrumentation. This makes the instrument suitable for removing subgingival calculus and performing root surface debridement where appropriate. The 16/17 Gracey Curette can be incorporated into routine periodontal maintenance, scaling, and nonsurgical periodontal treatment procedures. Its ergonomic handle supports controlled finger positioning and precise movements during clinical use. Manufactured from professional-grade stainless steel, the instrument is designed for repeated use when properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable clinical protocols. Key Features Gracey 16/17 periodontal curette design Specialized instrument for posterior tooth surfaces Angled working end for improved distal access Designed for subgingival calculus removal Suitable for root surface debridement Precise blade-tooth adaptation Ergonomic handle for controlled instrumentation Professional dental hygiene instrument Reusable stainless-steel construction Suitable for periodontal maintenance procedures Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 16/17 Gracey Curette Instrument Type Gracey Periodontal Curette Pattern 16/17 Primary Application Periodontal Scaling & Debridement Typical Area Posterior Teeth Working End Angled Gracey Blade Material Stainless Steel Reusable Yes Application Dental Hygiene / Periodontics Intended Users Dentists & Dental Hygienists Applications The 16/17 Gracey Curette is suitable for: Posterior periodontal scaling Subgingival calculus removal Root surface debridement Distal surface instrumentation Periodontal maintenance Nonsurgical periodontal therapy Deep periodontal instrumentation where clinically appropriate Benefits Posterior Access: The angled design helps improve access to difficult posterior surfaces. Precision: Gracey blade geometry supports controlled adaptation to tooth anatomy. Efficient Debridement: Designed for effective removal of subgingival deposits during periodontal treatment. Durable Construction: Stainless-steel construction supports repeated professional use with appropriate instrument care. FAQs 1. What is a 16/17 Gracey Curette used for? It is designed primarily for periodontal scaling and root surface debridement on posterior teeth, particularly areas requiring improved distal access. 2. Is the 16/17 Gracey suitable for subgingival calculus? Yes. It is designed for appropriate subgingival periodontal instrumentation and calculus removal. 3. What makes the 16/17 different from standard Gracey curettes? Its working-end angulation is designed to improve access to difficult posterior surfaces, especially distal areas. 4. Is this curette reusable? Yes, when supplied as a reusable instrument and properly cleaned and sterilized according to applicable protocols. 5. Can it be used for periodontal maintenance? Yes. It can be incorporated into appropriate periodontal maintenance procedures. 6. Who should use this instrument? It is intended for trained dentists, dental hygienists, and qualified periodontal professionals.