{"product_id":"explorer-exd-11-12af-6ez-handle-1019e","title":"Explorer EXD 11\/12AF – 6EZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eExplorer EXD 11\/12AF – 6EZ\u003c\/strong\u003e is a double-ended After Five dental explorer designed for detecting calculus in deep periodontal pockets, particularly along posterior proximal surfaces. Its fine, curved working ends closely follow root contours to help clinicians identify residual deposits and evaluate surface smoothness after scaling and root planing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the standard ODU 11\/12 pattern, the After Five design extends the terminal shank by 3 mm for improved access into deeper subgingival areas. The large-diameter 6EZ handle features deep knurling for a secure grip and stable instrument control, while the 6.9 in (17.5 cm) overall length provides balanced reach during detailed periodontal examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 16px 0 18px; padding: 14px 16px; border-left: 4px solid #0b5cab; background: #f6f8fb; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eWhy Clinicians Choose It\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 11\/12 After Five pattern combines the familiar root adaptation of an ODU 11\/12 explorer with additional terminal-shank reach. This makes it especially useful when deep posterior and proximal pockets require precise access without sacrificing the tactile sensitivity needed to detect residual calculus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard vs. After Five Reach\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #dbe4ef; border-radius: 8px; background: #f8fbff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/explorer-odu-11-12-6ez-handle-1018e\" style=\"color: #0b5cab; font-weight: 500;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1018E – Explorer ODU 11\/12 – 6EZ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for the standard ODU 11\/12 working-end design for posterior calculus detection and root-surface evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #dbe4ef; border-radius: 8px; background: #f8fbff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose 1019E – Explorer EXD 11\/12AF – 6EZ\u003c\/strong\u003e for an After Five design with terminal shanks extended by 3 mm for improved access into deeper periodontal pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.35;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-ended 11\/12 After Five pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides complementary working ends for periodontal examination\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended terminal shanks\u003c\/strong\u003e – Add 3 mm of working reach compared with the standard ODU 11\/12 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine curved working ends\u003c\/strong\u003e – Closely adapt to posterior proximal surfaces and root contours\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-pocket access\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for calculus detection in difficult subgingival areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-diameter 6EZ handle\u003c\/strong\u003e – Deep knurling provides a secure grip and stable instrument control\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6.9 in (17.5 cm) overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides balanced reach for detailed periodontal examination\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutoclavable and reusable\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for repeated clinical sterilization workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Power Dental Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45625880379542,"sku":"1019E","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9538\/1398\/files\/1019e-explorer-exd-11-12af-6ez-vertical-view.webp?v=1785639470","url":"https:\/\/powerdentalgroup.com\/products\/explorer-exd-11-12af-6ez-handle-1019e","provider":"Power Dental Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}