Paradise Dental Technologies (PDT, Inc.) has a reputation for working with clinicians to design or modify dental instruments to the specifications of those who use them.
The Slade Blade is no exception. This line of post-extraction surgical instruments was designed with board-certified periodontist Scott Froum, DDS, based on his experience during periodontal surgeries in his own practice. He wanted to create an instrument that removed granulation tissue more efficiently from extraction sockets after teeth had been removed and before implants were placed. Slade Blades are manufactured from high-quality 404A steel and designed with a serrated edge that enables more precise and thorough removal of infected tissue. Leaving behind a clean socket, clear of debris, is critical when placing implants—the cleaner the extraction site, the more effective the implant placement. The various sizes of Slade Blades available allows clinicians to choose one more closely matched to the size of different sockets.
The Slade Blade goes through PDT’s unique heat treatment and cryogenic process, which results in a tougher, more durable blade. The ultralight, large-diameter handle has an ergonomic design consisting of lightweight resin with raised, patterned knurling that enhances grip while wearing gloves. This provides clinicians with superior control and torque while reducing the pinch force and hand fatigue commonly caused by dental instruments.
Available in either serrated or non-serrated versions in five sizes corresponding to use in anterior or posterior regions, Slade Blades are a great addition to PDT’s full-line of extraction, tissue-grafting, bone grafting, and implant placement instruments.
More information about PDT’s products is availableat their website.