5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette

The 5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette is designed for dentists, dental hygienists, and periodontal professionals performing periodontal scaling and root surface instrumentation. It combines the 5/6 Gracey configuration with a Turgeon-modified design to support precise adaptation and controlled instrumentation. The 5/6 configuration is intended for appropriate anterior and premolar tooth surfaces. Its specialized Gracey working end allows the clinician to adapt the blade to tooth anatomy while engaging and removing subgingival calculus and other deposits. The Turgeon modification provides a specialized working-end design intended to enhance control during periodontal instrumentation. This makes the curette a useful addition to professional dental hygiene and periodontal instrument collections. The 5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette can be incorporated into periodontal maintenance, nonsurgical periodontal treatment, and routine dental hygiene setups. Its ergonomic handle supports secure finger positioning and controlled manipulation during clinical use. When supplied as a reusable stainless-steel instrument, it should be cleaned, sterilized, inspected, and maintained according to applicable manufacturer instructions and clinical protocols. Key Features 5/6 Gracey configuration Turgeon Modified Gracey design Designed for anterior and premolar surfaces Suitable for subgingival calculus removal Supports root surface debridement Precision Gracey working end Controlled blade adaptation Useful for periodontal maintenance Ergonomic handle for precise handling Reusable stainless-steel construction where applicable Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name 5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette Instrument Type Gracey Periodontal Curette Pattern 5/6 Design Turgeon Modified Gracey Primary Use Periodontal Scaling & Debridement Typical Area Anterior & Premolar Teeth Working End Modified Gracey Blade Application Dental Hygiene / Periodontics Material Stainless Steel Reusable Yes, where applicable Intended Users Dentists & Dental Hygienists Applications The 5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette can be used for: Anterior periodontal scaling Premolar scaling Subgingival calculus removal Root surface debridement Periodontal maintenance Nonsurgical periodontal procedures Removal of periodontal deposits Professional dental hygiene treatments Benefits Versatile Application: The 5/6 configuration is designed for appropriate anterior and premolar periodontal surfaces. Precision: The modified Gracey working end supports controlled adaptation to tooth anatomy. Effective Debridement: Designed to assist with removal of subgingival calculus and deposits. Comfortable Handling: An ergonomic handle supports stable grip and controlled instrumentation. Durable Construction: Stainless-steel construction supports repeated professional use with proper care. FAQs 1. What is the 5/6 Turgeon Modified Gracey Curette used for? It is designed for periodontal scaling, calculus removal, and root surface debridement on appropriate anterior and premolar tooth surfaces. 2. What does 5/6 indicate? The 5/6 designation identifies the specific Gracey working-end configuration. 3. What does Turgeon Modified mean? It identifies a modified Gracey-style design intended to provide specific working-end characteristics for periodontal instrumentation. 4. Is it suitable for periodontal maintenance? Yes. It can be incorporated into appropriate periodontal maintenance procedures. 5. Is the curette reusable? Yes, when supplied as a reusable instrument and properly cleaned and sterilized according to applicable manufacturer instructions and clinical protocols. 6. Who should use this instrument? It is intended for trained dentists, dental hygienists, periodontists, and other qualified dental professionals.