Comparison Table for Ultrasonic Dental Scaler Tips
| Item | Use Case | Brand | Manufacturer Name | Package Quantity | Tip Type | Tip Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasonic Perio Tips – Premolars and Molars, H4L | Periodontal debridement treatment of premolars and molars, aimed at removing microbial biofilms | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | 1/Pkg | Perio | Steel |
| SONICflex™ Root Planer Tip – 26A | Root cleaning and smoothing during periodontal surgery | SONICflex™ | KAVO DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC | 1/Pkg | Root Planer | N/A |
| TurboVue™ Light Transmitting Ultrasonic Tips | Transmit light from the handpiece to the operating field to improve visibility while scaling teeth | TurboVue | PARKELL PRODUCTS | 1/Pkg | Perio | N/A |
| Hygienic Ultrasonic Scaling Tips – PFR | Designed to provide enhanced power vibration and adapt to the clinical situation | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | 1/Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Ultrasonic Perio Tips – Anterior Teeth, H3 | Periodontal debridement treatment of anterior teeth, aimed at removing microbial biofilms | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | 1/Pkg | Perio | Steel |
| BDR Tips (Biofilm Disruption and Removal) – Long Probe | Mechanically disrupt biofilm on teeth by microcavitation | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | Satelec, Div Of Acteon | 1/Pkg | Perio | Steel |
| BioSonic® Suvi Piezo Tips – Universal PE-37 | Subgingival scaling, furcations, supragingival fine scaling and spot removal | BioSonic® | Coltene/Whaledent | 1/Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Varios Series Ultrasonic Scaling Tips | Scaling teeth with high frequency vibrations and water flow | Varios | NSK America Corporation | 1/Pkg | Scaling | N/A |
| EMS Piezo Tips – Endodontic Tip, Instrument D | Used for loosening crowns, bridges, and pins previously placed with phosphate cement. | EMS | Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc. | 1/Pkg | Root Planer | Steel |
| Biosonic® Piezo Tips S-Select Series | It is used for ultrasonic scaling during periodontic and endodontic procedures. | Biosonic® | Coltene/Whaledent | N/A | Scaling | Steel |
Ultrasonic scaler tips are used in conjunction with an ultrasonic scaling unit, which uses ultrasonic waves and water to remove stains, plaque and calculus. Tip varieties are interchangeable depending on use, e.g., subgingival, universal.
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1. Ultrasonic Perio Tips – Premolars and Molars, H4L
Perio Tip H4L is a left-angled probe ideal for the periodontal debridement treatment of premolars and molars. These ultrasonic periodontal tips are aimed at removing microbial biofilms, which cause gingivitis and periodontitis, and is recommended for treating furcations.
- First tip in the sequence
- Universal curette shape
- Use at low amplitude and power (green code)
- Reduces gingival inflammation
- Reduces pocket depth
- Eliminates pathogenic bacteria
- Decontaminates root surfaces
Gum Line Position: Sub-Gingival
Manufacturer Name: Satelec, Div Of Acteon
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Level: Low
Tip Material: Steel
Tip Orientation: Left
Tip Type: Perio
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2. SONICflex™ Root Planer Tip – 26A
SONICflex™ Root Planer Tip is a diamond-coated tip used with the with the SONICflex™ air scaler for root cleaning and smoothing during periodontal surgery.
- Easily treats narrow and remote furcation regions
- Ensures minimally invasive treatment
Brand: SONICflex™
Latex Free: Yes
Manufacturer Name: KAVO DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Coating: Diamond
Tip Type: Root Planer
3. TurboVue™ Light Transmitting Ultrasonic Tips
TurboVue™ Ultrasonic Tips transmit light from the handpiece to the operating field via glass sleeves in an effort to improve visibility while scaling teeth.
- Durable glass sleeves
- Autoclavable insert and glass sleeve
- For use with TurboVue™ scalers
- Function as standard scaling inserts when used with other Cavitron®-compatible 30K magnetostrictive ultrasonic scalers
Brand: TurboVue
Manufacturer Name: PARKELL PRODUCTS
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
4. Hygienic Ultrasonic Scaling Tips – PFR
Hygienic Ultrasonic Scaling Tips are part of an ultrasonic system, designed to provide enhanced power vibration, and adapt to the clinical situation. The tips are part of a Color Code System (CCS™) that helps the end user select the best power-level for each clinical application.
- Blue Code: High – For a sustained effort like scaling
Compatible Generator: Satelec
Manufacturer Name: Satelec, Div Of Acteon
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
5. Ultrasonic Perio Tips – Anterior Teeth, H3
Perio Tip H3 is ideal to begin with for the periodontal debridement treatment of anterior teeth. These ultrasonic periodontal tips are aimed at removing microbial biofilms, which cause gingivitis and periodontitis.
- Universal curette shape
- Use at low amplitude and power (green code)
- Reduces gingival inflammation
- Reduces pocket depth
- Eliminates pathogenic bacteria
- Decontaminates root surfaces
Manufacturer Name: Satelec, Div Of Acteon
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Level: Low
Tip Material: Steel
Tip Type: Perio
6. BDR Tips (Biofilm Disruption and Removal) – Long Probe
Biofilm Disruption & Removal (BDR) Tips are used in ultrasonic scalers to mechanically disrupt biofilm on teeth by microcavitation. BDR Mini-tip is recommended for examining shallow to moderate pockets (4 mm) and for maintenance of simple cases.
Manufacturer Name: Satelec, Div Of Acteon
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Level: Low
Tip Material: Steel
Tip Orientation: Straight
Tip Type: Perio
7. BioSonic® Suvi Piezo Tips – Universal PE-37
Universal tip especially developed for subgingival scaling, furcations, supragingival fine scaling and spot removal.
Brand: BioSonic®
Manufacturer Name: Coltene/Whaledent
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
8. Varios Series Ultrasonic Scaling Tips – G11
Varios Series Ultrasonic Scaling Tips are used for oral hygiene procedures.
Brand: Varios Series
Manufacturer Name: NSK AMERICA
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Length: 23.1 mm
Tip Type: Scaling
9. EMS Piezo Tips – Endodontic Tip, Instrument D
The EMS Piezo Endodontic tip, instrument D is used for loosening crowns, bridges and pins placed previously with phosphate cement.
Compatible Generator: EMS
Manufacturer Name: Hu-Friedy Mfg Co. Inc.
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Tip Material: Stainless Steel
Tip Type: Endo
10. Biosonic® Piezo Tips S-Select Series
Biosonic® Piezo Tips S-Select Series from Coltene/Whaledent are used for ultrasonic scaling during periodontic and endodontic procedures.
- Ultrasonic scaling is up to 34% faster than hand scaling, providing economical savings
- Results in less tooth surface and root substance loss, creating a cleaner, smoother surface
- Biofilm removed and unhealthy bacteria eliminated more effectively with piezo ultrasonic cavitation
Brand: BioSonic®
Compatible Generator: Satelec
Gum Line Position: Sub-Gingival, Supra-Gingival
Manufacturer Name: Coltene/Whaledent
Power Level: Low-Medium
Tip Material: Stainless Steel
