Sharp Edges, Smart Design, Superior Results

For dental hygienists, using a dull instrument is like cutting steak with a spoon—frustrating and ineffective. To avoid that frustration and boost efficiency during hygiene procedures, Heather Locker, RDH, recently tried Nordent’s XDURA line of scalers and curettes, a solution that allows her to work faster, smarter, and more comfortably.

Designed for sharpness, hardness, and long-lasting performance, XDURA instruments optimize cutting efficiency while minimizing user fatigue, which Locker discovered firsthand in her Flint, MI, dental practice. Praising the lightweight design, ergonomic handle, and durability of the XDURA instruments, she especially noticed a difference in the blade’s sharpness.

A Sharp Blade That Lasts

“I know that a sharp blade is important to most hygienists,” Locker shared. “The XDURA instruments are very sharp right out of the package and maintained a sharp cutting edge even after using them for a few weeks,” she said.

That consistent, dependable sharpness and wear resistance is a result of Nordent’s exclusive UltraSteel technology, which uses an advanced micro-finishing process to produce the sharpest edge possible. XDURA blades are uniquely created with extremely fine, evenly distributed carbide particles that produce a consistently hard, durable, long-lasting blade.

“I feel like the XDURA edge stays sharp a little longer than [my other instruments],” said Locker, who “was able to see this firsthand” when she placed all newly sharpened instruments into her rotation, directly comparing XDURA to other brands. “The best part of the XDURA instruments is that the blade stays sharper longer and requires less sharpening,” she declared. “The durability and sharpness alone is enough to recommend these instruments to other hygienists.”

Designed for Clinician Comfort

Crafted to contribute to a more comfortable clinician experience, XDURA instruments are lightweight and feature DuraLite Round handles with ColorRings for optimal comfort and maximum tactile sensitivity.

“The handle design of the XDURA allows for a more comfortable grip, and the instruments are very light, which increases tactile sensitivity—allowing me to feel subtle changes in deposits during procedures,” Locker observed. “I would recommend that other hygienists use XDURA instruments because of their light weight.” Additionally, she mentioned, “I noticed a reduced  level of hand fatigue, especially after challenging cases, which is very important to me.”

Complimentary Sharpening

XDURA’s long-lasting sharpness and durable blade design contributes to reduced instrument replacement costs for dental practices. In addition, with every purchase of an XDURA or Relyant instrument, Nordent includes complimentary sharpening for the life of the instrument., making instrument maintenance simple, stress-free, and affordable.

“Currently, I use a company to sharpen or replace the tips on my instruments, and that is an added cost,” shared Locker. Nordent’s complimentary sharpening is a bonus she appreciates, especially since her other instrument brand does not offer this benefit.

The XDURA line includes a vast selection of curettes and scalers to meet the needs of any dental hygienist. Check out the options at www.nordent.com/instruments/hygiene/xdura and learn how to keep your instruments sharper for longer.