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Are single-use diamond burs more efficient at cutting?
When should we throw away a bur and pick up a fresh one? How long are they supposed to last? (it’s measured in minutes!)
Are expensive brands a con?
Tiny, but one of the most important tools of our trade…BURS! In a world full of different identifying numbers and names, it can get confusing and even overwhelming.
That’s why on today’s episode, we welcome Günter and Marcela from Intensiv, a globally recognised manufacturer of dental burs, where they take great pride in bringing the latest tech to help make our dental procedures that much easier and effective.
In this episode, we cover how diamonds are sourced, what the differences are in colours of burs and how the grain size of diamonds can change our results. There’s lots of amazing tips and tricks here given by the team at Intensiv, so you’ll definitely walk away from this one with something new up your sleeve.
Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!
HIGHLIGHTS of this Episode:
01:24 Protrusive Dental Pearl
02:03 Introduction to Team Intensiv
05:40 Understanding Bur Codes
10:49 Bur Colours
15:10 When to Use Different Grit Diamonds
18:40 Single Use Burs vs Reusable Burs
24:59 Sourcing Diamonds
29:18 Fixing the Diamonds to the Metal Shank
32:40 Is my bur fit for purpose?
37:30 Drilling Zirconia
39:30 Final Tips
41:20 Contact Intensiv
This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz below.
AGD Code: 250 Operative (restorative) Dentistry (Preparation Technology)
GDC Learning Outcome: C
Learning Outcomes
- Identify the appropriate dental burs for different procedures, considering grit size and material composition, to ensure efficient and safe treatment.
- Evaluate the impact of bur selection on patient comfort and procedural outcomes, minimising trauma and maximising efficiency during dental treatments.
- Implement best practices for the maintenance and replacement of burs to ensure optimal performance and longevity, thereby improving clinical results and patient satisfaction.
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