Table 1: Comparison of numbers for Top 10 Perio & Bone Files
| Item Name | Design Number | Number of Ends | Package Quantity | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amalgam Files | 2/5 | Double | 1/Pkg | $53.99 |
| Bone Files | 1 | Double | 1/Pkg | $66.99 |
| Periodontal Files | 3S/4S | Double | 1/Pkg | $57.99 |
| LM Mesial-Distal Diamond File | N/A | Double | 1/Pkg | $81.99 |
| Surgical Bone File | 21 | Double | 1/Pkg | $34.29 |
| Endo Tips | K30/25 | N/A | 1/Pkg | $51.49 |
| Periodontal Files | 3/7 | Double | 1/Pkg | $55.99 |
| Tabanella Universal Bone File | N/A | Double | 1/Pkg | $260.99 |
| Schluger Bone Files | 9/10 | Double | 1/Pkg | $57.99 |
| Patterson® Surgical Bone File | 21 | Double | 1/Pkg | $40.99 |
Table 2: Comparison of features for Top 10 Perio & Bone Files
| Item Name | Application | Design Number | Handle Type | Number of Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amalgam Files | Finishing Gingival Margins | 2/5 | 41 Round | Double |
| Bone Files | Final Smoothing of the Bone | 1 | 522 Octagonal | Double |
| Periodontal Files | Removal of Granulomatous Tissue | 3S/4S | 2 Octagonal | Double |
| LM Mesial-Distal Diamond File | Precise Scaling of Deep Concave Root Surfaces | N/A | LM-ErgoSense® | Double |
| Surgical Bone File | Remove or Smooth Rough Edges of Alveolar Bone | 21 | N/A | Double |
| Endo Tips | Irrigation of Wide Canals or Juvenile Teeth | N/A | Straight | N/A |
| Periodontal Files | Crushing and Removing Heavy Calculus Deposits | 3/7 | Standard | Double |
| Tabanella Universal Bone File | Dissecting Thick Fibrous Tissue, Harvesting Bony Chips, Removing Ankylosed Root Tips | N/A | N/A | Double |
| Schluger Bone Files | Used Interproximally | 9/10 | 523 Octagonal | Double |
| Patterson® Surgical Bone File | Cut, Contour and Smooth Bone | 21 | N/A | Double |
Files are dental instruments with surfaces on both sides that allow for a push-and-pull motion to smooth surfaces. Files are available in a variety of shapes and sizes; each style is designed for specific purposes.
1. Wedelstaedt, # 41
Product Description
The Wedelstaedt #41 Amalgam File by Hu-Friedy is a precision hand instrument used for finishing gingival margins in restorative procedures. Made from high-quality stainless steel, it delivers durability and control for smoothing and refining restorations.
Product Overview
This double-ended file features a Wedelstaedt tip and a 41 round handle that offers excellent balance and tactile feedback. Its stainless steel construction ensures long-lasting use and resistance to corrosion in clinical settings.
Key Features
- Designed for finishing gingival margins of amalgam restorations
- Wedelstaedt-style tip for smooth, controlled filing
- Double-ended for versatility and efficiency
- 41 round handle provides ergonomic grip and tactile sensitivity
- Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Common Applications
- Finishing and refining gingival margins in amalgam restorations
- Smoothing restoration surfaces during final contouring
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Wedelstaedt, #41
Manufacturer: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Design Number: 2/5
Tip Type: Wedelstaedt
Handle Type: 41 Round
Material: Stainless Steel
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on restorative clinician feedback)
Customer Feedback
Excellent for smooth finishing—great control and balance
Reliable tool for fine contouring of gingival margins
Top 10 Margin Trimmers in Dentistry
2. #1 Wahl, Double End
Product Description
The #1 Wahl Bone File by Hu-Friedy is a surgical instrument used for the final smoothing and contouring of bone surfaces during oral surgery. Its precision design ensures clean finishing of bony ridges and irregularities following extractions or surgical shaping.
Product Overview
This double-ended file features Wahl-style tips on both ends and is constructed with a 522 octagonal handle for a secure, ergonomic grip. Its stainless steel construction ensures durability and ease of sterilization, making it a dependable tool in bone contouring procedures.
Key Features
- Designed for final smoothing of bone during surgery
- Wahl-style tips for efficient filing
- Double-ended for versatile use
- 522 octagonal handle for a comfortable, slip-resistant grip
- Made from high-quality stainless steel
Common Applications
- Bone smoothing after extractions or osteoplasty
- Refinement of bony edges in oral and maxillofacial procedures
Technical Specifications
Product Name: #1 Wahl Bone File
Manufacturer: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Application: Bone
Design Number: 1
Tip Type: Wahl
Handle Type: 522 Octagonal
Material: Stainless Steel
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on surgical clinician feedback)
Customer Feedback
Precise and easy to control—excellent for final bone shaping
Solid grip and smooth performance during surgical procedures
3. # 3S/4S Sugarman, Buccal/Lingual
Product Description
The #3S/4S Sugarman Periodontal File by Hu-Friedy is a double-ended instrument designed for effective removal of granulomatous tissue in supra-bony and infra-bony periodontal pockets. It is crafted for use in interproximal areas, with cutting surfaces on both sides for push or pull applications.
Product Overview
Made of durable stainless steel, this periodontal file features Sugarman-style tips and a 2 octagonal handle for secure, ergonomic handling. It is specifically designed for buccal and lingual access, allowing thorough debridement in challenging periodontal sites.
Key Features
- Designed for interproximal periodontal use
- Removes granulomatous tissue from supra- and infra-bony pockets
- File surfaces on both sides for push and pull application
- Double-ended with buccal/lingual orientation
- Stainless steel construction ensures durability and sterilizability
- 2 octagonal handle for secure grip and control
Common Applications
- Periodontal debridement in deep pockets
- Removal of fibrous or granulomatous tissue
- Buccal and lingual access in interproximal areas
Technical Specifications
Product Name: #3S/4S Sugarman Periodontal File – Buccal/Lingual
Manufacturer: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Application: Periodontal
Design Number: 3S/4S
Tip Type: Sugarman
Handle Type: 2 Octagonal
Material: Stainless Steel
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on periodontal clinician reviews)
Customer Feedback
Highly effective for removing tough tissue in deep pockets
Well-balanced and easy to maneuver in tight interproximal areas
4. LM Mesial-Distal Diamond File
Product Description
The LM Mesial-Distal Diamond File by Planmeca Inc. is a precision periodontal instrument designed for scaling deep concavities and anatomically challenging root surfaces. Its diamond-coated blade ensures efficient tissue and calculus removal in narrow mesial-distal areas.
Product Overview
Equipped with the ergonomic LM-ErgoSense® handle, this double-ended file features a thin, flexible blade that provides optimal access to mesial-distal line angles and developmental grooves. The diamond coating enhances surface contact and effectiveness, especially in hard-to-reach sites.
Key Features
- Diamond-coated blade for effective scaling
- Thin, flexible blade allows access to deep concave surfaces
- Ideal for mesial-distal line angles and developmental grooves
- Double-ended for clinical efficiency
- Ergonomic LM-ErgoSense® handle for superior tactile sensitivity
- Designed for periodontal applications in complex anatomical areas
Common Applications
- Precision root surface debridement
- Scaling of deep concavities and grooves
- Access to mesial-distal line angles in periodontal therapy
Technical Specifications
Product Name: LM Mesial-Distal Diamond File
Manufacturer: Planmeca Inc.
Application: Periodontal
Blade Type: Diamond-coated, thin and flexible
Handle Type: LM-ErgoSense®
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (based on periodontal clinician reviews)
Customer Feedback
Superb access to hard-to-reach areas—very precise
Comfortable to hold, with excellent tactile control
5. # 21 Miller, Double End
Product Description
The #21 Miller Surgical Bone File by Nordent Mfg Inc. is a double-ended instrument designed for smoothing and removing rough edges of alveolar bone during surgical procedures. It features cross-cut serrations for efficient filing and precise bone contouring.
Product Overview
Crafted from high-quality German stainless steel, this bone file includes a small rounded end (5.5 mm) and a large rounded end (7.5 mm), offering versatility for access in different surgical areas. Made in the U.S.A., it delivers exceptional durability, sharpness, and clinical performance.
Key Features
- Used for smoothing rough alveolar bone edges during surgery
- Double-ended with 5.5 mm and 7.5 mm rounded ends
- Cross-cut serrations enhance cutting efficiency
- Made from premium German stainless steel
- Manufactured in the U.S.A. for superior quality and precision
Common Applications
- Bone smoothing and finishing during oral and maxillofacial surgeries
- Contouring alveolar ridges following extractions or implant placement
Technical Specifications
Product Name: #21 Miller Surgical Bone File
Manufacturer: Nordent Mfg Inc.
Application: Surgical
Design Number: 21
Tip Widths: 5.5 mm (small end), 7.5 mm (large end)
Serration Type: Cross-cut
Material: German stainless steel
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Made In: U.S.A.
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on surgical user reviews)
Customer Feedback
Excellent cutting efficiency with smooth results
Reliable and durable—ideal for surgical bone finishing
6. Ultrasonic, K30/25
Product Description
The Ultrasonic Endo Tip K30/25 by Satelec, a division of Acteon, is designed for effective irrigation of wide canals or juvenile teeth during endodontic procedures. It enhances the cleaning and disinfection process by delivering ultrasonic energy along with irrigating solutions.
Product Overview
This straight tip measures 25 mm in length and is used in conjunction with a disinfectant solution to maximize debris removal and antimicrobial efficacy in the canal system. It is compatible with ultrasonic handpieces for optimized performance in root canal therapy.
Key Features
- Ideal for irrigating wide canals and juvenile teeth
- 25 mm straight tip for deep access
- Used with disinfectant solution for enhanced cleaning
- Delivers ultrasonic energy for effective endodontic irrigation
- Compatible with ultrasonic systems from Satelec
Common Applications
- Endodontic irrigation in juvenile or wide canals
- Root canal disinfection and debris removal
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Ultrasonic Endo Tip K30/25
Manufacturer: Satelec, Div of Acteon
Tip Type: Straight
Tip Length: 25 mm
Use: With disinfectant solution for irrigation
Application: Endodontics
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on endodontist feedback)
Customer Feedback
Excellent for accessing wider canals—cleans thoroughly with minimal effort
Reliable and effective when paired with disinfecting solutions
7. # 3/7 Hirschfeld, Buccal/Lingual
Product Description
The #3/7 Hirschfeld Periodontal File by American Eagle Instruments is a double-ended instrument used interproximally for the removal of tenacious, heavy calculus deposits. It is designed for efficient access to buccal and lingual surfaces during periodontal therapy.
Product Overview
This periodontal file features a standard 1/4″ stainless steel handle for a secure grip and tactile control. The file’s working ends are optimized for interproximal use, allowing for controlled crushing and removal of calculus in hard-to-reach areas.
Key Features
- Designed for interproximal calculus removal
- Hirschfeld-style file for crushing and eliminating heavy deposits
- Double-ended for buccal and lingual application
- Stainless steel construction ensures durability and sterilization
- 1/4″ standard handle provides ergonomic grip and precision
Common Applications
- Periodontal scaling and root planing
- Removal of heavy interproximal calculus deposits
- Buccal and lingual access during periodontal procedures
Technical Specifications
Product Name: #3/7 Hirschfeld Periodontal File – Buccal/Lingual
Manufacturer: American Eagle Instruments
Application: Periodontal
Design Number: 3/7
Handle Type: Standard
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Diameter: 1/4″
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on periodontal clinician reviews)
Customer Feedback
Strong and precise—great for tackling stubborn interproximal calculus
Comfortable grip with excellent balance and durability
8. Tabanella Universal Bone File
Product Description
The Tabanella Universal Bone File by Hu-Friedy is a multifunctional surgical instrument designed for dissecting fibrous tissue, harvesting bone chips, and removing ankylosed root tips. Engineered for precision and clinician comfort, it is ideal for a wide range of oral surgical procedures.
Product Overview
This bone file features a curved design to minimize the risk of flap perforation and is equipped with a large stainless steel handle to reduce hand and wrist fatigue during extended use. Handcrafted from high-grade surgical stainless steel, it offers long-term durability and excellent resistance to corrosion.
Key Features
- Designed for fibrous tissue dissection and root tip removal
- Curved blade minimizes flap perforation risk
- Can be used to harvest bone chips during surgery
- Large steel handle improves grip and reduces operator fatigue
- Handcrafted from premium surgical stainless steel
- Corrosion-resistant for long-term use
Common Applications
- Oral and periodontal surgeries
- Dissection of thick fibrous tissue
- Removal of ankylosed root tips
- Bone chip harvesting
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Tabanella Universal Bone File
Manufacturer: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Application: Surgical
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Design: Curved
Construction: Handcrafted surgical stainless steel
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (based on surgical user reviews)
Customer Feedback
Exceptionally versatile and well-balanced—excellent control
Reduces strain during long procedures and performs reliably every time
9. Schluger Bone Files
Product Description
The Schluger Bone Files #9/10 by Hu-Friedy are periodontal instruments designed for interproximal bone contouring and smoothing. With file surfaces on both sides of each tip, they allow for both push and pull applications, making them efficient and versatile in periodontal procedures.
Product Overview
This double-ended instrument features Schluger-style tips and a 523 octagonal handle that provides a secure, ergonomic grip. Made from high-quality stainless steel, it is ideal for precise interproximal bone removal and finishing during surgical or periodontal treatments.
Key Features
- File surfaces on both sides for push and pull use
- Designed for interproximal bone contouring and smoothing
- Double-ended with Schluger tips for efficiency
- 523 octagonal handle for controlled, comfortable grip
- Made from durable stainless steel
Common Applications
- Interproximal bone finishing in periodontal surgery
- Smoothing irregular bony surfaces during osseous procedures
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Schluger Bone Files #9/10
Manufacturer: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Application: Periodontal
Design Number: 9/10
Tip Type: Schluger
Handle Type: 523 Octagonal
Material: Stainless Steel
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on periodontal clinician reviews)
Customer Feedback
Precise and easy to use—great control in interproximal areas
Durable and well-designed for efficient bone smoothing
10. Patterson® Surgical Bone File
Product Description
The Patterson® Surgical Bone File is a precision instrument used to cut, contour, and smooth bone during oral surgical procedures. Made from surgical-grade stainless steel, it offers long-lasting performance and reliability in clinical settings.
Product Overview
Featuring a double-ended design for versatility, this bone file is ideal for shaping and refining bone surfaces. The handle is thoughtfully designed to help prevent the instrument from rolling off set-up trays, enhancing both safety and workflow efficiency.
Key Features
- Designed for cutting, contouring, and smoothing bone
- Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability
- Double-ended for increased functionality
- Anti-roll handle design improves safety and tray organization
- Built for high performance and extended use
Common Applications
- Oral and maxillofacial surgical bone contouring
- Alveoloplasty and bone smoothing following extractions or implant placement
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Patterson® Surgical Bone File
Manufacturer: Patterson Dental Supply
Design Number: 21
Application: Surgical
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Handle Design: Anti-roll
Number of Ends: Double
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (based on surgical clinician reviews)
Customer Feedback
Strong and effective with a comfortable grip—great for surgical bone shaping
Anti-roll handle is a simple but valuable feature for daily procedures
