However, that same Barnhart 5-6 tip is available with thinner blades in the Barnhart 5S-6S and thicker blades in the Barnhart 5R-6R.Īll of the curettes we have discussed so far have straight shanks and angular bends in the tips. The blade of the Barnhart 5-6 is slightly thinner than the Columbia, which provides easier insertion into the gingival pocket and improved access to deeper pockets. This medium length terminal shank seems to fit very well with most hygienists, providing enough reach to comfortably reach all posterior surfaces, while not being too long to feel awkward or like you need to position your middle finger down onto the shank of the instrument. However the Barnhart terminal shank is a medium length at 10 mm long, as opposed to the short 8 mm shank of the Columbia. The Barnhart 5-6 features the same bends as the Columbia, so it feels very similar when adapting to the tooth. While the Columbia 13-14 is still common, the Barnhart 5-6 has now become the most popular universal curette.
It is the shortest shank universal curette and very similar to a 204S scaler with a rounded toe instead of a pointed tip. Traditionally the most popular universal curette has been the Columbia 13-14. Please note that Gracey Curettes will not be covered in this post, and you should check back soon for more information regarding Gracey’s. By starting with what you are using now and talking about what you like and don’t like, we can easily find the perfect universal curette for you. It may seem like in the world of dental hygiene instruments there is an overwhelming number of number of universal curettes to choose from, but there are really a few basic styles and variations in blade width, shank length and bends for each style. Breaking the Status-Quo: Constructing a Hygiene Instrument Kit for YOUR needs – Part 3: Universal Curettes
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