Dental Excavator #17 Double Ended

🦷 Dental Excavator #17 – Double-Ended Spoon | Hollow Handle Restorative Instrument

The Excavator #17 is a precision dental tool crafted for the efficient removal of softened carious dentin and debris during restorative procedures. Featuring a double-ended design with spoon-shaped working tips, this instrument excels in both deep and conservative cavity preparation, delivering superior control and ergonomics.

Key Features:

• Double-Ended Spoon Tips (≈1.2 mm Diameter)
  Both ends feature oval, spoon-shaped working tips—one ideal for deep caries excavation, the other for conservative cavity refinement—ensuring versatility in restorative tasks.

• Long, Angled Shanks
  The long, curving shanks allow easy access into posterior and hard-to-reach areas of the mouth, providing excellent control while minimizing strain.

• Lightweight Hollow Handle
  Made from stainless steel with a hollow center, the handle is ergonomically designed for reduced weight, improving precision and minimizing hand fatigue over prolonged procedures.

• Textured Grip
  Fine knurling or ergonomic texturing ensures a secure, non-slip grasp—even when wearing gloves or handling wet instruments.

• Medical‑Grade Stainless Steel
  Constructed to resist corrosion and maintain sharpness, the instrument is both autoclavable and reusable for lasting clinical reliability.

Clinical Applications:

• Effective removal of softened caries and decayed dentin

• Cleaning debris and plaque from cavity floors and margins

• Facilitating conservative cavity preparation and finishing

• Preparing sites for restoration, liner placement, or crown/pulp access

Ideal For:

• General dentists and restorative specialists

• Pediatric dentists working on primary occlusal surfaces

• Dental students and educators

• Hygienists assisting in restorative procedures