17/18 Gracey Curette Instrument

The 17/18 Gracey Curette Instrument is a specialized periodontal dental instrument designed for precise calculus removal and root surface debridement during professional periodontal procedures. The Gracey 17/18 features an extended and angled shank configuration designed to improve access to posterior tooth surfaces and deeper periodontal areas . Its design allows the working end to adapt to appropriate tooth anatomy while providing the clinician with controlled instrumentation. As a Gracey curette, the instrument is designed with a single cutting edge and a site-specific blade orientation. This configuration supports controlled subgingival scaling and root planing when used with the appropriate clinical technique. The extended shank geometry of the 17/18 configuration can provide additional access compared with standard Gracey curettes, making it useful for posterior areas where visibility and instrument positioning can be more challenging. The curette may be used during periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, calculus removal, and periodontal debridement . Proper angulation, adaptation, and pressure should be maintained according to professional dental technique. The instrument is typically manufactured from dental-grade stainless steel , providing durability, corrosion resistance, and suitability for repeated sterilization when supplied as a reusable instrument. Before use, inspect the working edge for wear, chips, deformation, or corrosion. Proper sharpening and maintenance should be performed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations when applicable. Reusable instruments should be cleaned, sterilized, inspected, and maintained according to the manufacturer’s validated reprocessing instructions. Key Features 17/18 Gracey periodontal curette Site-specific Gracey design Extended shank configuration Designed for posterior periodontal surfaces Single cutting edge Suitable for subgingival scaling Designed for root surface debridement Precision working end Ergonomic handling Dental-grade stainless steel construction Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 17/18 Gracey Curette Category Periodontal / Dental Instruments Instrument Type Gracey Curette Size 17/18 Working Edge Single Cutting Edge Shank Extended / Angled Primary Function Scaling & Root Debridement Common Application Posterior Teeth Material Dental-Grade Stainless Steel* Reusable Yes, applicable models Sterility Non-Sterile Unless Otherwise Specified *Exact handle, shank, and material specifications may vary by manufacturer. Applications Periodontal scaling Subgingival calculus removal Root surface debridement Scaling and root planing Periodontal maintenance Posterior tooth instrumentation Deep periodontal pocket instrumentation Benefits 17/18 design: Provides specialized access to posterior periodontal surfaces. Extended shank: Helps reach deeper and difficult-to-access areas. Single cutting edge: Supports controlled Gracey-style periodontal instrumentation. Precision working end: Facilitates effective calculus removal and root debridement. Durable construction: Stainless steel provides strength and corrosion resistance. FAQs 1. What is a 17/18 Gracey Curette used for? It is designed for periodontal scaling and root surface debridement, particularly in appropriate posterior areas. 2. What makes the 17/18 different from other Gracey curettes? Its extended and angled shank configuration is designed to improve access to posterior and deeper periodontal surfaces. 3. Does it have one cutting edge? Yes. Like other Gracey curettes, it is designed with a single functional cutting edge. 4. Can it be used for scaling and root planing? Yes, it is suitable for professional periodontal scaling and root surface debridement when used with appropriate technique. 5. Is the instrument reusable? Reusable models should be cleaned, sterilized, inspected, and maintained according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions.