The handpiece is a key tool is any dental practice and its job is to power the Dental Burs and Bur Systems that are used to prepare teeth, access roots and provide surgical care. Dental burs come in a variety of shapes and are made from different materials to provide the proper cutting action for the procedure being performed. Choosing burs is about two things, the case being performed and the clinician’s preference. Burs are available in a range of shapes, sizes, materials and indented uses. The most common bur types are carbide burs and diamond burs that can often be used for the same purposes. Be sure to look for burs and kits designed for the procedures you perform.
What Types of Dental Burs are Available for My Practice?
Burs come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, and they can be purchased as individual burs or as a part of a kit designed to contain all of the burs required for a specific procedure or technique. These burs can be for removing decay during preparations preparation, or for adding finishing touches and final details. In either case there is often a choice between
carbides and
diamonds when it comes to preparation, and the same choice between
carbides and
diamonds when it comes to finishing. Burs made from
titanium or
ceramic materials also are available. Burs also can be designed for specific areas of practice such as
endodontics,
oral surgery, or
soft tissue management. Bur kits also are available for specific cases such as
CAD/CAM,
provisionals,
orthodontics, and more. While some burs are designed for a single use, others can be autoclaved, so it is important to have proper
sterilization equipment, and if burs are not purchased as sets,
bur blocks can be a useful way to keep things organized.
How Do I Select Dental Burs for My Practice?
Choosing the best dental burs for your practices will most often come down to giving them a try and seeing how they perform. While it is important to consider what task the bur is designed to accomplish, the bur material, head shape, and other factors, the final call on whether or not a bur is a good match for a dental practice really is all about feel. The great news is bur samples often are available, so trying out new burs is easy, and it’s a good idea to try systems from different manufacturers when you, but also to stock up on the burs and bur systems you find perform best in your practice.
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