
Distal surfaces can demand a different approach from the standard 204S scaler. The 204SD uses a contra-angled posterior shank arrangement to bring its pointed sickle working ends toward accessible distal and interproximal tooth surfaces.
Both working ends are made of stainless steel for supragingival calculus removal. A textured stainless steel handle provides a defined grip when rotating between the two ends.
The distinguishing detail is the 204SD shank geometry, which offers a distal-oriented approach rather than simply repeating the 204S design. It is worth considering when posterior surface access, not a different working-end material, is the reason for selecting another scaler.
RELATED OPTIONS
Prefer the standard 204S working-end arrangement?
1208 – Posterior Sickle Scaler 204S – The 204S keeps curved posterior sickle tips without the 204SD's distal-oriented shank arrangement.
Looking for the classic posterior 204?
1207 – Posterior Sickle Scaler 204 – Compare the traditional 204 sickle configuration for general posterior supragingival scaling.
KEY FEATURES
- 204SD distal-access geometry – Contra-angled shanks for positioning at accessible distal posterior surfaces
- Double-ended sickle tips – Two working ends in one instrument
- Pointed cutting edges – For supragingival calculus removal at posterior interproximal areas
- Stainless steel working ends – Reusable traditional hand-scaling material
- Textured stainless steel handle – Provides a defined grip during instrument rotation
- Steam-autoclavable and reusable – For routine instrument reprocessing
- Instrument Type: Posterior sickle scaler
- Pattern: 204SD
- Configuration: Double-ended
- Working Ends: Pointed double-ended posterior sickle tips
- Shank Design: Contra-angled, distal-oriented posterior access
- Overall Length: 7.1 in (18 cm)
- Handle: Textured stainless steel grip
- Working-End Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Sterilization Method: Steam autoclave
- Reusability: Reusable
- Clinical Use: Posterior supragingival calculus removal, including accessible distal and interproximal surfaces
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