The Valdent USA #61A Flame Shaped Standard Carbide Bur is a high-quality laboratory instrument made from premium tungsten carbide, known for its ultra-fast cutting capability and use in contouring and finishing various dental materials. Its specific flame shape makes it ideal for accessing narrow spaces and shaping delicate contours in both laboratory and certain clinical procedures.
Key Features & Benefits
- Premium Tungsten Carbide: Crafted from high-quality, durable tungsten carbide material, the bur offers long-lasting cutting edges and reliable performance.
- Flame Shape Design: The elongated, tapered shape with a narrow tip is specifically designed for precise work, such as refining margins, shaping gingival contours, and creating natural-looking anatomical features in restorations.
- Ultra-Fast Cutting: Engineered for efficient and rapid material reduction, minimizing procedure time while providing excellent control.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for use on a wide range of materials, including acrylics, composites, porcelain, plaster, and various metals (both precious and non-precious).
- Shank Type: This is an HP (Handpiece) laboratory bur with a long, straight shank, designed for use with a slow-speed or laboratory handpiece.
- Packaging: The product is supplied as a single bur (1/Pk).
Intended Use
The Valdent USA #61A Flame Shaped Carbide Bur is a primary tool for dental laboratory technicians and dentists in procedures such as:
- Finishing and trimming of acrylics, composites, and other restorative materials.
- Contouring and shaping occlusal surfaces and margins of crowns and veneers for precise fit and aesthetics.
- Adjusting dental appliances or prosthetics in the lab setting.