Finishing tools
The most ideal tools to finish TCS appliances with ease and prepare them for the polishing stage.
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Pink Zirconia burs are NEW and POPULAR tools designed to fit and adjust appliances.
Finishing Tools
Pink Zirconia Burs
5035Z(Fine), 5045Z(Coarse)
Item Codes:
Pink Zirconia Coarse Bur 5045Z
Use during the finishing stage to cut excess material and trim the appliance to the desired length. Ideal for gross reduction.
Use a handpiece that can be regulated to 30,000 PRM or a lathe.
RPM= 30,000
Pink Zirconia Fine Bur 5035Z
Use during the finishing stage to leave the surface smooth and prepped for the Brown Rubber Wheel. Also, ideal for chairside adjustments.
Use a handpiece that can be regulated to 30,000 PRM or a lathe.
RPM= 30,000
Brown Rubber Points
4513-01, 4514-01 12 pcs
Ideal to eliminate scratches and smoothen the surface.
Use a handpiece that can be regulated to 30,000 PRM or a lathe.
RPM= 25,000 (do not press too hard, especially when using the buff for the first time).
Item Codes:
Small 4513-01 12 pcs.
Large 4514-01 12 pcs.
Carbide Burs
50251G-01
Specifically designed to cut thermoplastics. Long-lasting with hight cutting efficiency.
Item Codes:50251G-01
How To: Tips & Techniques
How to avoid clogging when trimming an appliance
Purchase Pink Zirconia Burs! Grind and trim thermoplastics with ease; Pink Zirconia Burs will not clog material as it absorbs heat while in use.
The key to high shine appliances
Rubberizing an appliance is the key to achieving a high shine in the polishing stage. Use a Brown Rubber Wheel or a Brown Rubber Point to rubberize and seal the surface of the partial.
Shape your Wheels
Round the edges of Brown Rubber Wheels and Pink Grinding Wheels with a truing stone. Rounded edges help you maintain control and help you access hard to reach areas. It is wise to keep a variety of shaped wheels around your station to choose the best one for a particular area.