Filling Instruments

Description

Handheld dental tools used to place, pack, and shape restorative materials (such as amalgam, composite resin, or glass ionomer) into a prepared tooth cavity.

• Material: High-quality stainless steel with smooth or serrated tips; sometimes coated for non-stick properties.

• Types:

  • Amalgam Plugger/Condenser – Packs material firmly into the cavity.

  • Plastic Filling Instrument – Shapes and smooths soft restorative materials.

  • Ball Burnisher – Polishes and contours the surface.

• Uses:

  • Filling cavities after decay removal.

  • Ensuring material is tightly packed to prevent gaps or voids.

  • Shaping and contouring to match natural tooth anatomy.

• Features: Double-ended designs for versatility; ergonomic handles for better grip; autoclavable for sterilization.