Top 10 Curing Light Guides, Probes & Tips for Dental Offices

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Table 1: Comparison of Digits and Numbers of Top 5 Curing Light Guides, Probes & Tips

ItemLight SpectrumLight Tip SizePackage QuantityManufacturer Name
Sapphire Diode LaserN/A400 µm25/PkgDENMAT HOLDINGS LLC
Elipar™ DeepCure-S430 to 480 nm10 mm1/Pkg3M COMPANY
Celalux® 3N/A8 mm1/PkgVOCO
BluePhase® Style Probe385 to 515 nm10 mmN/AIVOCLAR NORTH AMERICA INC
Blast™ Lite470 nm8 mm1/PkgFIRST MEDICA

Table 2: Comparison of Important Features of Top 5 Curing Light Guides, Probes & Tips

ItemLight TypeAutoclavableBulb WattageRemovable Tips
Sapphire Diode LaserLaserYesN/AN/A
Elipar™ DeepCure-SLEDN/AN/AN/A
Celalux® 3LEDYesN/AN/A
BluePhase® Style ProbeLEDN/AN/AN/A
Blast™ LiteLEDN/A5 WYes

Top 10 Curing Light Accessories for Dentists


1. Sapphire Diode Laser Tips

Sapphire diode laser tips – 400 µm, 25/pkg

Product Description

Sapphire Diode Laser Tips are single-use, disposable laser tips designed for use with SOL and Sapphire Diode Lasers. These tips eliminate the need for strip and cleave systems, offering a hassle-free and consistent setup for soft tissue laser procedures.

Product Overview

Manufactured by DenMat Holdings LLC, these precision tips are pre-sized and ready to use, reducing chairside preparation time and improving procedural consistency. Each package contains 25 tips, making them ideal for practices that prioritize efficiency, infection control, and laser treatment accuracy.

Key Features

  • Single-use disposable laser tips
  • Compatible with SOL and Sapphire Diode Lasers
  • Eliminates need for strip and cleave systems
  • Provides consistent energy delivery and tip performance
  • Enhances efficiency and infection control

Common Applications

  • Soft tissue laser procedures
  • Gingival contouring, troughing, frenectomies, and tissue retraction
  • Periodontal and surgical laser treatments

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Diode laser tip
  • Compatibility: SOL and Sapphire Diode Lasers
  • Usage: Single-use, disposable
  • Package Quantity: 25/Pkg
  • Manufacturer: DenMat Holdings LLC

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Reliable and consistent laser performance
  • Saves time and eliminates setup complexity
  • Great for maintaining sterility and efficiency
  • Preferred option for soft tissue laser procedures

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2. Elipar™ DeepCure-S Light Guide

Elipar™ deepcure-s light guide, 10 mm

Product Description

The Elipar™ DeepCure-S Light Guide is an LED curing accessory designed to deliver high-intensity, uniform light for full-surface cavity curing in a single exposure. Engineered for use with the Elipar™ DeepCure-S LED Curing Light, this guide enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of light-curing dental procedures.

Product Overview

With a 10 mm light tip, the guide ensures deep and uniform light penetration across a wide surface area. Operating in the 430–480 nm wavelength range, it is optimized for curing most light-activated dental materials. Manufactured by 3M Company, it supports high-performance, time-saving curing workflows.

Key Features

  • Enables full-surface cavity curing in one exposure
  • Compatible with Elipar™ DeepCure-S LED Curing Light
  • Broad-spectrum LED output (430–480 nm)
  • 10 mm tip for wide coverage and efficient light delivery
  • High curing performance and depth
  • Durable, ergonomic design

Common Applications

  • Light-curing of composites and adhesives in restorative procedures
  • Deep cavity curing in a single step
  • Use in general and cosmetic dentistry with compatible materials

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED light guide
  • Tip Size: 10 mm
  • Light Spectrum: 430–480 nm
  • Light Type: LED
  • Compatible Device: Elipar™ DeepCure-S
  • Manufacturer: 3M Company
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Delivers powerful and consistent curing results
  • Covers large areas quickly
  • Easy to attach and use with Elipar™ DeepCure-S
  • Enhances procedural speed and clinical outcomes

3. Celalux® 3 Light Guide

Celalux® 3 light guide, 8 mm

Product Description

The Celalux® 3 Light Guide is a precision-designed curing light accessory that enhances access to posterior regions, even when patients present with limited jaw opening. It is compatible with the Celalux® 3 LED Curing Light and supports accurate and efficient light-curing applications.

Product Overview

With a practical 8 mm tip, this autoclavable light guide provides excellent maneuverability and control in tight oral spaces. The black body design reduces reflective glare, offering improved visibility during procedures. Manufactured by VOCO, it is ideal for routine and complex restorative work.

Key Features

  • Designed for better access to posterior regions
  • 8 mm light tip diameter for precision and efficiency
  • Autoclavable for sterilization and repeated use
  • Black body reduces glare and enhances visibility
  • Compatible with Celalux® 3 LED Curing Light

Common Applications

  • Light-curing of dental materials in posterior regions
  • Composite restorations in patients with limited mouth opening
  • Use in general and restorative dentistry

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light guide
  • Tip Size: 8 mm
  • Body Color: Black
  • Compatibility: Celalux® 3 LED Curing Light
  • Sterilization: Autoclavable
  • Manufacturer: VOCO
  • Brand: Celalux®
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Great access in hard-to-reach areas
  • Easy to sterilize and reuse
  • Improves visibility with non-reflective surface
  • Ideal for precise posterior restorations


4. BluePhase® Style Probe – Light Probe

Bluephase® style probe – light probe, black, 10 mm

Product Description

The BluePhase® Style Probe – Light Probe is a high-performance LED curing light accessory designed for use with Bluephase® Style and Bluephase C8 LED curing lights. It enables the efficient polymerization of composite restorative materials with consistent intensity and ergonomic control.

Product Overview

Featuring a 10 mm light tip, the probe delivers focused energy across a 385–515 nm light spectrum, making it compatible with a wide range of light-cured dental materials. Its black body design minimizes glare and enhances intraoral visibility. Manufactured by Ivoclar North America Inc, it delivers 1100 mW/cm² with the Bluephase Style and 800 mW/cm² with the Bluephase C8.

Key Features

  • Compatible with Bluephase® Style and Bluephase® C8 LED curing lights
  • Delivers high light intensity: 1100 mW/cm² (Style), 800 mW/cm² (C8)
  • Broad light spectrum (385–515 nm) for polymerizing a range of materials
  • 10 mm tip allows efficient coverage of restoration areas
  • Black body color reduces light reflection and improves visibility
  • Ergonomic design supports ease of use

Common Applications

  • Polymerization of composite restorative materials
  • Use in direct and indirect restorative procedures
  • Light-curing in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED light probe
  • Light Tip Size: 10 mm
  • Light Spectrum: 385–515 nm
  • Light Intensity: 1100 mW/cm² (Bluephase Style), 800 mW/cm² (Bluephase C8)
  • Body Color: Black
  • Compatibility: Bluephase Style and Bluephase C8 LED curing lights
  • Manufacturer: Ivoclar North America Inc
  • Brand: Bluephase
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Excellent light output and curing performance
  • Ergonomic and easy to handle
  • Provides consistent, even curing
  • Durable and reliable for everyday clinical use

5. Blast™ Lite – 8 mm Tip

Blast™ lite – 8 mm tip

Product Description

The Blast™ Lite – 8 mm Tip is a replacement fiber optic curing tip designed for use with Blast™ LED Curing Lights. Engineered for precision and efficiency, the tip ensures reliable light transmission for polymerizing light-cured dental materials.

Product Overview

Constructed with removable glass fiber optics, this 8 mm black tip delivers light in the 470 nm spectrum, ideal for activating most light-curable composites and adhesives. It is autoclavable for sterilization and reusability, and it pairs with a 5-watt LED system for optimal curing performance.

Key Features

  • 8 mm tip compatible with Blast™ Curing Lights
  • Removable glass fiber optic design
  • Delivers focused light at 470 nm wavelength
  • Black body minimizes reflection and improves visibility
  • Autoclavable for safe and repeated clinical use
  • 5-watt LED compatibility ensures strong curing intensity

Common Applications

  • Curing of composites and adhesives in restorative procedures
  • Posterior and anterior direct restorations
  • Light polymerization in general and cosmetic dentistry

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light tip
  • Tip Size: 8 mm
  • Light Spectrum: 470 nm
  • Bulb Wattage: 5 W
  • Body Color: Black
  • Compatibility: Blast™ Curing Lights
  • Material: Glass fiber optic
  • Sterilization: Autoclavable
  • Manufacturer: First Medica
  • Brand: Blast-Lite
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (based on user feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Delivers strong and consistent curing
  • Easy to clean and sterilize
  • Great fit and light concentration for precise work
  • Durable and reliable in daily clinical use

6. Mini LED™ 7.5 mm Opalescent Light Guide

Mini led™ 7. 5 mm opalescent light guide

Product Description

The Mini LED™ 7.5 mm Opalescent Light Guide is an advanced curing light accessory designed to concentrate energy by reducing ray divergence. This allows for effective and deep polymerization, making it ideal for thick composite restorations and indirect procedures in posterior areas.

Product Overview

With a 7.5 mm opalescent tip, this light guide sustains the curing power of the lamp while reducing the working surface for greater control and efficiency. It is especially recommended for composite layers over 4–5 mm thick, posterior bracket placement, and bulk-fill applications. Compatible with all Mini LED curing devices except the Autofocus, it supports optimal access and comfort for the clinician.

Key Features

  • 7.5 mm tip concentrates deep curing rays for high efficiency
  • Ideal for composite fillings over 4 mm thick
  • Opalescent surface for enhanced visibility and comfort
  • Suitable for posterior restorations, brackets, and indirect bonding
  • Maintains lamp power despite reduced curing area
  • Compatible with all Mini LED devices except Autofocus
  • Ergonomic design for clinical comfort

Common Applications

  • Bulk-fill composites over 4–5 mm thick
  • Posterior bracket placement
  • Bonding of inlay cores and indirect restorations
  • General substantial reconstitutions

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light guide
  • Tip Size: 7.5 mm
  • Tip Finish: Opalescent
  • Compatibility: All Mini LED devices (except Autofocus)
  • Application Focus: Deep composite curing and indirect restorations
  • Manufacturer: [Not specified – confirm if needed]
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on restorative dentistry feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Excellent curing depth and precision
  • Enhances access in posterior regions
  • Comfortable to use with improved tip visibility
  • Highly effective for thick restorations and indirect procedures

7. Demi Plus LED Dental Curing Light

Demi plus led dental curing light – 8 mm turbo extended light guide

Product Description

The Demi™ Plus 8 mm Turbo Extended Light Guide is a high-performance LED curing tip designed for use with Demetron LED curing lights. It enhances light concentration and access, supporting rapid and efficient polymerization of dental materials.

Product Overview

With an 8 mm turbo tip, this light guide is optimized for speed and depth of cure. Its extended design improves access to posterior areas and ensures even light distribution. Manufactured by Kerr Corporation, the guide is part of the trusted Demi™ Plus curing system known for durability and high output.

Key Features

  • 8 mm turbo tip for concentrated curing power
  • Extended design improves access to hard-to-reach areas
  • Compatible with Demetron LED curing lights
  • Ideal for fast, deep composite polymerization
  • LED light guide designed for clinical efficiency

Common Applications

  • Light-curing of composite restorations
  • Posterior and anterior restorative procedures
  • Use in cosmetic and general dentistry

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light guide
  • Tip Size: 8 mm (turbo extended)
  • Light Type: LED
  • Compatibility: Demetron curing lights
  • Manufacturer: Kerr Corporation
  • Brand: Demetron (Demi™ Plus)
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Fast and reliable curing performance
  • Great access to posterior regions
  • Provides consistent, high-intensity output
  • Durable and easy to use


8. S.P.E.C. 3® LED Curing Light Guides by Coltene

S. P. E. C. 3® led curing light guides - coltene

Product Description

S.P.E.C. 3® LED Curing Light Guides are precision-crafted accessories designed for use with the S.P.E.C. 3® LED curing light by Coltene. These guides deliver focused, high-intensity light to efficiently cure composite materials in a variety of clinical applications.

Product Overview

Engineered for optimal light transmission, the light guides enhance the performance of the S.P.E.C. 3® curing system, providing dependable polymerization for both anterior and posterior restorations. They are suitable for everyday composite curing procedures in general and cosmetic dentistry.

Key Features

  • Designed specifically for the S.P.E.C. 3® LED curing light
  • Supports fast and effective curing of composite materials
  • Precision light delivery for consistent polymerization
  • Ideal for anterior and posterior applications
  • Durable and easy to clean

Common Applications

  • Light-curing composite restorations
  • Use in general, cosmetic, and restorative procedures
  • Efficient curing in both shallow and deep cavity preparations

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light guide
  • Compatibility: S.P.E.C. 3® LED curing light
  • Manufacturer: Coltene
  • Package Quantity: [Not specified – confirm as needed]

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (based on clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Reliable light output and curing performance
  • Great compatibility with S.P.E.C. 3® handpiece
  • Durable and well-constructed
  • Ideal for daily restorative use

9. Paradigm™ DeepCure Light Guide

Paradigm™ deepcure light guide, 10 mm

Product Description

The Paradigm™ DeepCure Light Guide is a high-performance LED curing accessory designed for use with Paradigm™ DeepCure LED Curing Lights. Engineered to maximize light coverage, it illuminates up to 80% more surface area compared to leading devices tested, enabling efficient curing of larger restorations in a single application.

Product Overview

With a 10 mm tip and a broad-spectrum output of 430 to 480 nm, this light guide ensures deep, even polymerization across the entire cavity surface. It is especially effective for bulk-fill composites and wide posterior restorations. Manufactured by 3M Company, it is a dependable addition to high-efficiency restorative workflows.

Key Features

  • Illuminates up to 80% more surface area than comparable devices
  • Allows curing of large restorations in a single exposure
  • Broad-spectrum output (430–480 nm) for compatibility with most composites
  • 10 mm light tip for wide coverage and efficiency
  • Compatible with Paradigm™ DeepCure LED Curing Lights
  • Delivers consistent, deep curing performance

Common Applications

  • Curing bulk-fill and wide composite restorations
  • Light polymerization in large cavity preparations
  • Use in general and cosmetic restorative procedures

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED curing light guide
  • Tip Size: 10 mm
  • Light Spectrum: 430–480 nm
  • Compatibility: Paradigm™ DeepCure LED Curing Lights
  • Light Type: LED
  • Manufacturer: 3M Company
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on clinical feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Excellent light spread and curing depth
  • Reduces curing time for larger restorations
  • High precision and consistent results
  • A must-have for bulk-fill and posterior work

10. Demi Plus LED Dental Curing Light Tacking Tip

Demi plus led dental curing light – 2 mm tacking tip

Product Description

The Demi™ Plus 2 mm Tacking Tip is a precision LED curing light accessory designed for controlled polymerization during indirect restorative procedures. It is ideal for tacking veneers or other restorations in place before full curing.

Product Overview

Compatible with Demetron curing lights, this 2 mm tacking tip allows for highly targeted light application, reducing the risk of over-curing and enabling easy repositioning of restorations. Manufactured by Kerr Corporation, it supports efficient and accurate placement in esthetic procedures.

Key Features

  • 2 mm tip for focused light application
  • Ideal for tacking veneers, inlays, onlays, and other indirect restorations
  • Compatible with Demetron LED curing lights
  • Prevents over-curing and allows for easy restoration adjustment
  • Provides precision control during initial placement

Common Applications

  • Tacking of veneers and indirect restorations
  • Controlled curing in esthetic and adhesive procedures
  • Use in minimally invasive and detailed bonding cases

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: LED tacking tip
  • Tip Size: 2 mm
  • Light Type: LED
  • Compatibility: Demetron curing lights
  • Manufacturer: Kerr Corporation
  • Brand: Demetron (Demi™ Plus)
  • Package Quantity: 1/Pkg

Customer Ratings

Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on restorative clinician feedback)

Customer Feedback

  • Excellent control for veneer tacking
  • Reduces chance of premature full curing
  • Small tip size ideal for precision work
  • Simple to use and highly reliable

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