Stainless Steel Dental Instruments

Explorer Double Ended Standard
Dental Instruments
Explorer #5
SMS Double-Ended #5 Explorer is a hand held dental instrument that is a combination of a #23 tip and a #17 tip. An explorer is used to examine the surface of the tooth for defects such as caries, cavities, and calculus (otherwise known as tartar, a hardened form of dental plaque.) The thin, sharp tips are effective for maneuvering in the the mouth as well as removing small bits of debris. The #23 tip, a type of sickle probe, is also known as a Shepard's hook. It features a round curvature and therefore a longer working tip. This allows it to be useful for deeper exploration of cavities or restorations. The #17 tip is more angular in shape and the tip is is shorter, used for examining and removing debris from in between teeth. This double-ended instrument provides the user with the convenience of essentially having 2 instuments readily available. This product features an textured handle.