DIATECH Diamond Burs
Unveiling Influential Factors and Quality Features of dimonad burs
News
We are delighted to inform our valued clients that COLTENE has made significant improvements regarding the packaging of our DIATECH Diamonds:
- User-friendly blister packaging format
- Securely sealed, preserving integrity of the product
- Equipped with an easy peel feature
Due to this reason, we have made alterations to our article numbering system. If you are looking for a new article number, kindly make use of the provided search boxes below to locate the corresponding updated diamond bur number.
COLTENE is delighted to unveil an exciting improvement in packaging for DIATECH Diamonds. We are moving away from our conventional diamond jewel cases and embracing a more user-friendly blister packaging format. This meticulously crafted packaging is aimed at enhancing convenience and accessibility for dental professionals alike.
Due to this reason, we have made alterations to our article numbering system. Should you looking for a new article number , kindly make use of the provided search boxes below to locate the corresponding updated diamond bur number.
Unveiling Influential Factors and Quality Features
Manufacturers of diamond burs vary in terms of the quality they offer, and this discrepancy is quite apparent. However, DIATECH burs are exceptional dental instruments that truly excel when it comes to performance. What sets them apart is their remarkable multi-layer coating infused with diamond grit, which greatly enhances the durability of these instruments. We fully comprehend the distinction between superior and inferior diamond instruments, and this understanding is reflected in our steadfast dedication to seven crucial features that have a significant impact on the grinding performance and durability of diamond instruments:
- Diamond bur manufacturers vary in quality, but DIATECH burs excel with their multi-layer diamond coating, enhancing durability.
- We prioritize seven crucial features that significantly impact grinding performance and instrument longevity:
Grit type
Experience the Excellence of DIATECH Multilayer Diamonds, Infused with Natural Diamond Grit!
Our commitment to using natural diamond grit sets us apart in terms of outstanding quality and features. Let us enlighten you on why these matters!
- Natural diamond grit possesses sharper edges for more efficient grinding of hard materials.
- Renowned for their exceptional hardness, natural diamonds are built to last.
- Superior heat resistance of natural diamond grit is vital in dental procedures.
- Higher impact resistance makes natural diamond grit burs more durable and less fragile.
Natural
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Synthetic
Grit size
Ensure Precision: ISO Compliant Diamond Burs for Superior Dental Preparation
Diamond burs are available in various grits, which must adhere to ISO Norm 7711-3. However, some burs fail to meet the international standards. In the images provided below, you can observe burs with blue grit, while the blue circle indicates the required size of diamond particles for the blue instruments. It is evident from the image that not all manufacturers conform to the ISO standardized grit and use coarser grit for blue instruments. Scientifically, it has been established that coarser-grit diamond burs generate more heat, potentially causing overheating of the tooth and enamel damage. (2,3) Additionally, a coarser grit results in a rougher surface, requiring more time for polishing. (4)
2. Ottl P, Lauer HC. Temperature response in the pulpal chamber during ultrahigh-speed tooth preparation with diamond burs of different grit. J Prosthet Dent. 1998 Jul;80(1):12-9. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3913(98)70085-x. PMID: 9656172. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9656172/
3. Siegel SC, von Fraunhofer JA. Cutting efficiency of three diamond bur grit sizes. J Am Dent Assoc. 2000 Dec;131(12):1706-10. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11143734/
4. Valente LL, Silva MF, Fonseca AS, Münchow EA, Isolan CP, Moraes RR. Effect of Diamond Bur Grit Size on Composite Repair. J Adhes Dent. 2015 Jun;17(3):257-63. doi: 10.3290/j.jad.a34398. PMID: 26114162. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26114162/
Grit embedding
Importance of Proper Grit Embedding for Enhanced Diamond Dental Bur Performance
The process of embedding grit ensures a secure attachment of diamond particles to the bur, enabling effective grinding.
- Deep Embedding: Diminishes grinding capability.
- Optimal Embedding: Ensures cutting efficiency and durability.
- Superficial Embedding: Causes premature wear or loss of diamond particles.
Deep embedding
Instrument does not grind
Optimal embedding
Optimal fixation and high performance
Superficial embedding
Diamonds fall out very quickly
Grit density
Optimizing Grinding Efficiency: The Significance of Grit Density in Diamond Burs
The density of grit is commonly expressed by indicating the quantity of diamond particles present per square millimeter.
- Increased number of diamonds enhances grinding performance.
- Adequate density at the bur tip prevents black marks and tooth overheating.
- Each DIATECH bur undergoes inspection for uniform coating along its entire length to guarantee optimal results during your preparations.
Optimal density
Low
Very low
Low on the tips
Blank calibration
Ensure the protection and longevity of handpiece with DIATECH burs
DIATECH diamonds are meticulously ground blanks that surpass the ISO standards for concentricity, shank diameter, length, hardness and working part geometry ensuring seamless and vibration-free operation. With precise control over the shank circumference, these instruments guarantee exceptional balance and concentricity even at high rotational speeds.
The diameter of the shank plays a crucial role in determining the quality of a bur. If the diameter exceeds 1.6 mm, the bur will not be compatible with your handpiece. Conversely, if the diameter is below 1.59 mm, the bur will cause vibrations, potentially damaging the rotor group of the handpiece, and in the most severe scenario, will not rotate at all.
Protect your valuable handpieces and avoid costly repairs by selecting the exact instruments that meet your needs.
DIATECH burs possess precisely ground blanks, ensuring vibration-free preparation and compatibility with handpieces.
ISO Shank Diameter FG 1.59-1.6 mm:
- Burs with a shank diameter greater than 1.6 mm are incompatible with handpieces.
- Those with a diameter less than 1.59 mm cause vibrations and damage the rotor group.
Protect your valuable handpieces and avoid costly repairs by selecting the exact instruments that meet your needs.
Working part angle
Ensure aesthetic Crowns Preparation: The Importance of Consistent Taper Angles in Instrument Design
To achieve aesthetically pleasing dental crowns, precise taper angles are essential for optimal retention, stability, and material thickness. (5,6,7) Consistent angles in the instruments used are crucial to avoid disrupting the carefully established preparation taper angle. Our burs are designed with uniform angles across all grit sizes to meet this requirement.
In order to create aesthetically pleasing dental crowns, it is essential to prepare the tooth with precise taper angles that ensure optimal crown retention, stability, and material thickness. (5,6,7) This is why it is crucial for the instruments used to have consistent angles. If the finishing red burs do not match the angle of the preparation blue burs, they can potentially ruin the carefully established preparation taper angle. To meet this requirement, our burs are designed with uniform angles, regardless of the grit size they possess.
5. Chan DC, Wilson AH Jr, Barbe P, Cronin RJ Jr, Chung C, Chung K. Effect of preparation convergence on retention and seating discrepancy of complete veneer crowns. J Oral Rehabil. 2005 Jan;32(1):58-64. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2842.2004.01371.x. PMID: 15634303. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15634303/
6. M.H. Parker, R.B. Gunderson, F.M. Gardner, M.J. Calverley, Quantitative determination of taper adequate to provide resistance form: Concept of limiting taper, The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 59, Issue 3, 1988,Pages 281-288, ISSN 0022-3913, https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-3913(88)90173-4.
7. Charles J Goodacre, Designing tooth preparations for optimal success, Dental Clinics of North America, Volume 48, Issue 2, 2004, Pages 359-385, ISSN 0011-8532, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cden.2003.12.015.
Quality control
Quality Control Matters!
The quality control holds immense significance when it comes to the durability of dental instruments and their ability to accurately prepare teeth. Substandard bur materials inevitably result in instrument breakage. Moreover, a diamond coating of poor quality implies that the bur will not grind effectively for an extended period, necessitating the use of multiple instruments for preparation. Inadequate coating on pointed instruments can also result in black lines and overheating on the enamel, particularly in sensitive areas like the cervical region. Furthermore, the presence of diamond particle recesses alters the instrument’s concentricity and augments vibrations.
Are the manufacturers of these instruments conducting thorough inspections on all their products?
Quality Control Importance is crucial for durability and accuracy of dental instruments during tooth preparation.
- Substandard Materials: Result in instrument breakage.
- Poor Diamond Coating: Leads to ineffective grinding, requiring multiple instruments for preparation.
- Inadequate Coating: Causes black lines and enamel overheating, especially in sensitive areas like the cervical region.
- Diamond Particle Recesses: Alter instrument concentricity and increase vibrations.
Are the manufacturers of these instruments conducting thorough inspections on all their products?
