{"product_id":"posterior-occlusal-modelling-instrument-silicone-handle","title":"Posterior Occlusal Modelling Instrument, Silicone Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis posterior occlusal modelling instrument is a double-ended composite instrument with a moulded silicone handle. One end has an angled shank ending in a small cupped, scoop-shaped tip with raised sides. The other has a sharply bent shank ending in a small, flat, rounded paddle. It is used to model the biting surface of back teeth in direct composite fillings, shaping the cusps, ridges and grooves so the restoration follows the natural anatomy of the tooth. It suits occlusal modelling techniques sometimes described as the replica or occlusal stamp approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCupped end for shaping and defining cusp ridges on the biting surface of posterior composites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded paddle end for carrying and adapting composite and smoothing the occlusal contours before it is cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic silicone grip, lightweight and comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAISI 304 stainless steel working ends, fully autoclavable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is this instrument used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a modelling instrument for composite fillings in premolars and molars. Once the composite is placed, the instrument is used to shape the cusps and ridges and to separate them with grooves, using the remaining cusps of the tooth as a guide. Shaping the anatomy before the composite is cured can reduce the amount of adjustment and finishing needed afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy choose a silicone handle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA moulded silicone handle is wider and lighter than a solid steel one, giving a comfortable, controlled hold through a full day of appointments, and the textured surface helps keep a secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat material is this instrument made from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe working ends are AISI 304 stainless steel, set into a moulded silicone handle. Both are fully autoclavable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose Orange or Pink. Both are the same instrument; only the handle colour differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor layering and shaping composite, see also our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/condensa-dental-composite-filling-instruments-silicone-handle\"\u003eCondensa Dental Composite Filling Instrument, Silicone Handle\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/modella-dental-filling-instruments-silicone-handle\"\u003eModella Dental Filling Instruments, Silicone Handle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/restorative-dentistry\"\u003eRestorative range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eManufactured by InstruDental, UK specialists in dental hand instruments.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle colours may look slightly different in person due to screen brightness, settings and lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INSTRUDENTAL","offers":[{"title":"Orange","offer_id":55145958506833,"sku":"111225DS","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":55145958539601,"sku":"111225DS-PK","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/9139\/4897\/files\/replica-1112-25-DS-orange-hero-diagonal.webp?v=1790855051","url":"https:\/\/theinstrudental.co.uk\/products\/posterior-occlusal-modelling-instrument-silicone-handle","provider":"InstruDental","version":"1.0","type":"link"}