Shank Types
FG (Friction Grip)
Shank Diameter
.0630" 1.60mm
Overall Length
.748" 19.0mm
Friction grip burs are used in high speed handpieces. In most offices, they are the main operative burs.
SS (FG Short Shank)
Shank Diameter
.0630" 1.60mm
Overall Length
.670" 17.0mm
Short shanks are used for greater access in the posterior region-particularly when patients do not have the ability to open their mouths wide enough.
FG SL (FG Surgical Length)
Shank Diameter
.0630" 1.60mm
Overall Length
.984" 25.0mm
Surgical length burs are used when greater length and visibility are required. They are ideal for extraction and root canal procedures.
RA (Right Angle)
Shank Diameter
.0925" 2.35mm
Overall Length
.886" 22.5mm
Right angle burs, used in slow speed handpieces, allow for greater control and feel when cutting enamel or dentin.
RA SL (Right Angle Surgical Length)
Shank Diameter
.0925" 2.35mm
Overall Length
1.024" 26.0mm
HP (Handpiece)
Shank Diameter
.0925" 2.35mm
Overall Length
1.752" 45.5mm
Handpiece burs are used in dental laboratories as well as in extraction procedures where greater access is required.
