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They should not be presented as Gracey periodontal curettes unless the specific product documentation identifies them that way.\"}}\r\n ]\r\n }\r\n <\/script>\r\n<\/head>\r\n\r\n<body>\r\n \r\n <main>\r\n <div class=\"container breadcrumbs\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/\">Home<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/\">Dental Instruments<\/a> \/ Universal Curette vs Gracey Curette\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"hero\">\r\n <div class=\"container hero-grid\">\r\n <div>\r\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">Periodontal Instrument Guide<\/span>\r\n <h1>Universal Curette vs Gracey Curette<\/h1>\r\n <p>\r\n Understand the key design differences, clinical roles and selection principles for\r\n <strong>Universal Curettes<\/strong> and <strong>Gracey Curettes<\/strong> \u2014 then explore\r\n the current <strong>HDYDENT surgical curette<\/strong> range for oral surgery and debridement.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-actions\">\r\n <a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"#comparison\">Compare Curettes<\/a>\r\n <a class=\"btn btn-secondary\" href=\"#products\">Explore HDYDENT Models<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"hero-card\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS25G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS25G surgical curette 2.5mm metal handle\"\r\n loading=\"eager\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-caption\">\r\n <div>\r\n <strong>HDYDENT WS25G<\/strong><br>\r\n <small>2.5 mm Surgical Curette \u00b7 Metal Handle<\/small>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <small>HDYDENT<\/small>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"intro\">\r\n <div class=\"container prose\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">Clinical Overview<\/span>\r\n <h2>What Is a Dental Curette?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n A curette is a hand instrument used in periodontal and surgical procedures to remove\r\n deposits, tissue or debris from selected clinical surfaces. In periodontal therapy,\r\n curettes are commonly associated with scaling and root planing; in oral surgery,\r\n surgical curettes may be used for debridement, extraction-socket cleaning and tissue removal.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <strong>Important product distinction:<\/strong>\r\n Universal and Gracey curettes are periodontal instrument concepts with different working-end\r\n geometries. HDYDENT's currently published WS-series curettes are identified on the HDYDENT\r\n website as <strong>surgical curettes<\/strong> for oral surgery, bone curettage and surgical\r\n debridement. This page keeps those product categories distinct rather than labeling a surgical\r\n curette as a Gracey or Universal periodontal curette.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"comparison\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">At a Glance<\/span>\r\n <h2>Universal Curette vs Gracey Curette: Key Differences<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">The right choice depends on the tooth surface, clinical access, procedure and the working-end geometry required.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"comparison\">\r\n <article class=\"compare-card universal\">\r\n <span class=\"badge\">UNIVERSAL CURETTE<\/span>\r\n <h3>Broad, multi-surface application<\/h3>\r\n <p>Universal curettes are designed to work across multiple tooth surfaces with comparatively less instrument switching.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Versatile for general periodontal instrumentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Useful for supragingival and subgingival calculus removal<\/li>\r\n <li>Often practical for routine scaling and general-purpose use<\/li>\r\n <li>Can be easier to learn as an all-purpose curette concept<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"compare-card gracey\">\r\n <span class=\"badge\">GRACEY CURETTE<\/span>\r\n <h3>Area-specific periodontal precision<\/h3>\r\n <p>Gracey curettes are designed around specific tooth areas, allowing targeted adaptation during periodontal scaling and root planing.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Area-specific working-end geometry<\/li>\r\n <li>Useful for targeted subgingival instrumentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Supports controlled adaptation on selected tooth surfaces<\/li>\r\n <li>Particularly useful when access and root anatomy demand precision<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:24px\">\r\n <table>\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Feature<\/th>\r\n <th>Universal Curette<\/th>\r\n <th>Gracey Curette<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr><td>Design concept<\/td><td>General-purpose, multi-surface design<\/td><td>Area-specific periodontal design<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Typical use<\/td><td>General scaling and calculus removal<\/td><td>Targeted scaling and root planing<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Adaptation<\/td><td>Broad versatility with fewer instrument changes<\/td><td>Selected working-end geometry for specific areas<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Best suited to<\/td><td>Routine and general periodontal instrumentation<\/td><td>Precision work in defined periodontal areas<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Instrument selection<\/td><td>Choose according to overall access and calculus distribution<\/td><td>Choose according to tooth\/surface and periodontal anatomy<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"types\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">Selection Guide<\/span>\r\n <h2>How to Choose a Curette for Clinical Work<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"feature-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">01<\/div>\r\n <h3>Start with the clinical area<\/h3>\r\n <p>Identify the tooth, surface, pocket depth and access limitations before choosing the working-end geometry.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">02<\/div>\r\n <h3>Match the working end<\/h3>\r\n <p>Use a versatile universal design for broad instrumentation or an area-specific Gracey design when targeted adaptation is preferred.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">03<\/div>\r\n <h3>Prioritize controlled strokes<\/h3>\r\n <p>Use stable, short and controlled movements appropriate to the instrument and the clinical procedure.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">04<\/div>\r\n <h3>Check instrument condition<\/h3>\r\n <p>Inspect the working edge, surface and handle before use. Dull or damaged instruments can reduce control and efficiency.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">05<\/div>\r\n <h3>Follow validated reprocessing<\/h3>\r\n <p>Reusable dental instruments should be cleaned, inspected and sterilized according to the manufacturer's instructions and local infection-control procedures.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">06<\/div>\r\n <h3>Build a complementary set<\/h3>\r\n <p>A modern periodontal or surgical setup can combine diagnostic instruments, periodontal curettes, surgical curettes and other procedure-specific tools.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"products\" style=\"background:#edf5fc\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">HDYDENT Product Range<\/span>\r\n <h2>HDYDENT Surgical Curettes<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n HDYDENT currently publishes a surgical curette range covering 2.0, 2.5, 2.8 and 3.5 mm\r\n working diameters, with metal-handle and toothed configurations.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"products\">\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS20G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS20G 2.0mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS20G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.0 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Compact working end for oral surgical curettage and debridement applications.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.0 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Configuration:<\/b> Metal-handle curette<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Use:<\/b> Granulation tissue, infected tissue & debris removal<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Brand:<\/b> HDYDENT<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS25G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS25G 2.5mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS25G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.5 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Balanced surgical curette configuration for socket cleaning and surgical debridement.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.5 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> Metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Sterilization:<\/b> Fully autoclavable up to 134\u00b0C*<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS28G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS28G 2.8mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS28G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.8 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Solid metal-handle configuration for stability, control and surgical site management.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.8 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> #2 solid metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Application:<\/b> Bone curettage & debridement<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS35G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS35G 3.5mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS35G<\/div>\r\n <h3>3.5 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Larger working diameter for efficient tissue and debris removal during oral surgery.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 3.5 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> #2 solid metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Application:<\/b> Bone curettage & surgical debridement<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <strong>Product note:<\/strong> HDYDENT also publishes WS20CG, WS25CG and WS28CG toothed\r\n surgical curette configurations. Select the configuration according to the intended surgical\r\n procedure and the manufacturer's technical documentation.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section>\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"dark\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\" style=\"margin-bottom:0\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\" style=\"color:#73c0ff\">HDYDENT Manufacturer<\/span>\r\n <h2>Dental Instrument Manufacturing for Clinics & Distributors<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n HDY Medical Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. specializes in dental surgical and clinical\r\n instruments. 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What is the difference between a Universal and Gracey curette?<\/summary>\r\n <p>Universal curettes are intended for broad, multi-surface use, while Gracey curettes are area-specific and designed for targeted periodontal instrumentation.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>2. How do I choose between a Gracey and a Universal curette?<\/summary>\r\n <p>Consider the tooth location, working surface, periodontal anatomy, access and procedure. Universal designs provide versatility; Gracey designs provide area-specific adaptation.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>3. What are the main uses of Universal curettes?<\/summary>\r\n <p>They are commonly selected for general scaling and calculus removal across multiple tooth surfaces.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>4. 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In periodontal therapy,\r\n curettes are commonly associated with scaling and root planing; in oral surgery,\r\n surgical curettes may be used for debridement, extraction-socket cleaning and tissue removal.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <strong>Important product distinction:<\/strong>\r\n Universal and Gracey curettes are periodontal instrument concepts with different working-end\r\n geometries. HDYDENT's currently published WS-series curettes are identified on the HDYDENT\r\n website as <strong>surgical curettes<\/strong> for oral surgery, bone curettage and surgical\r\n debridement. This page keeps those product categories distinct rather than labeling a surgical\r\n curette as a Gracey or Universal periodontal curette.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"comparison\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">At a Glance<\/span>\r\n <h2>Universal Curette vs Gracey Curette: Key Differences<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">The right choice depends on the tooth surface, clinical access, procedure and the working-end geometry required.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"comparison\">\r\n <article class=\"compare-card universal\">\r\n <span class=\"badge\">UNIVERSAL CURETTE<\/span>\r\n <h3>Broad, multi-surface application<\/h3>\r\n <p>Universal curettes are designed to work across multiple tooth surfaces with comparatively less instrument switching.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Versatile for general periodontal instrumentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Useful for supragingival and subgingival calculus removal<\/li>\r\n <li>Often practical for routine scaling and general-purpose use<\/li>\r\n <li>Can be easier to learn as an all-purpose curette concept<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"compare-card gracey\">\r\n <span class=\"badge\">GRACEY CURETTE<\/span>\r\n <h3>Area-specific periodontal precision<\/h3>\r\n <p>Gracey curettes are designed around specific tooth areas, allowing targeted adaptation during periodontal scaling and root planing.<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Area-specific working-end geometry<\/li>\r\n <li>Useful for targeted subgingival instrumentation<\/li>\r\n <li>Supports controlled adaptation on selected tooth surfaces<\/li>\r\n <li>Particularly useful when access and root anatomy demand precision<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"table-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:24px\">\r\n <table>\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr>\r\n <th>Feature<\/th>\r\n <th>Universal Curette<\/th>\r\n <th>Gracey Curette<\/th>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr><td>Design concept<\/td><td>General-purpose, multi-surface design<\/td><td>Area-specific periodontal design<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Typical use<\/td><td>General scaling and calculus removal<\/td><td>Targeted scaling and root planing<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Adaptation<\/td><td>Broad versatility with fewer instrument changes<\/td><td>Selected working-end geometry for specific areas<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Best suited to<\/td><td>Routine and general periodontal instrumentation<\/td><td>Precision work in defined periodontal areas<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Instrument selection<\/td><td>Choose according to overall access and calculus distribution<\/td><td>Choose according to tooth\/surface and periodontal anatomy<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"types\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">Selection Guide<\/span>\r\n <h2>How to Choose a Curette for Clinical Work<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"feature-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">01<\/div>\r\n <h3>Start with the clinical area<\/h3>\r\n <p>Identify the tooth, surface, pocket depth and access limitations before choosing the working-end geometry.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">02<\/div>\r\n <h3>Match the working end<\/h3>\r\n <p>Use a versatile universal design for broad instrumentation or an area-specific Gracey design when targeted adaptation is preferred.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">03<\/div>\r\n <h3>Prioritize controlled strokes<\/h3>\r\n <p>Use stable, short and controlled movements appropriate to the instrument and the clinical procedure.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">04<\/div>\r\n <h3>Check instrument condition<\/h3>\r\n <p>Inspect the working edge, surface and handle before use. Dull or damaged instruments can reduce control and efficiency.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">05<\/div>\r\n <h3>Follow validated reprocessing<\/h3>\r\n <p>Reusable dental instruments should be cleaned, inspected and sterilized according to the manufacturer's instructions and local infection-control procedures.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"feature\">\r\n <div class=\"feature-icon\">06<\/div>\r\n <h3>Build a complementary set<\/h3>\r\n <p>A modern periodontal or surgical setup can combine diagnostic instruments, periodontal curettes, surgical curettes and other procedure-specific tools.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"products\" style=\"background:#edf5fc\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">HDYDENT Product Range<\/span>\r\n <h2>HDYDENT Surgical Curettes<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n HDYDENT currently publishes a surgical curette range covering 2.0, 2.5, 2.8 and 3.5 mm\r\n working diameters, with metal-handle and toothed configurations.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"products\">\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS20G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS20G 2.0mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS20G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.0 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Compact working end for oral surgical curettage and debridement applications.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.0 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Configuration:<\/b> Metal-handle curette<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Use:<\/b> Granulation tissue, infected tissue & debris removal<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Brand:<\/b> HDYDENT<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS25G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS25G 2.5mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS25G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.5 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Balanced surgical curette configuration for socket cleaning and surgical debridement.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.5 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> Metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Sterilization:<\/b> Fully autoclavable up to 134\u00b0C*<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS28G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS28G 2.8mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS28G<\/div>\r\n <h3>2.8 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Solid metal-handle configuration for stability, control and surgical site management.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 2.8 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> #2 solid metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Application:<\/b> Bone curettage & debridement<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"product\">\r\n <div class=\"product-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WS35G-1024x1024.png\"\r\n alt=\"HDYDENT WS35G 3.5mm surgical curette\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\">\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"product-body\">\r\n <div class=\"model\">Model WS35G<\/div>\r\n <h3>3.5 mm Surgical Curette<\/h3>\r\n <p>Larger working diameter for efficient tissue and debris removal during oral surgery.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"spec-list\">\r\n <li><b>Diameter:<\/b> 3.5 mm<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Handle:<\/b> #2 solid metal handle<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Material:<\/b> Medical-grade stainless steel<\/li>\r\n <li><b>Application:<\/b> Bone curettage & surgical debridement<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <strong>Product note:<\/strong> HDYDENT also publishes WS20CG, WS25CG and WS28CG toothed\r\n surgical curette configurations. Select the configuration according to the intended surgical\r\n procedure and the manufacturer's technical documentation.\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section>\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"dark\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\" style=\"margin-bottom:0\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\" style=\"color:#73c0ff\">HDYDENT Manufacturer<\/span>\r\n <h2>Dental Instrument Manufacturing for Clinics & Distributors<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n HDY Medical Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. specializes in dental surgical and clinical\r\n instruments. Its published portfolio covers diagnostics, periodontal treatment,\r\n endodontics, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, implantology, microsurgery and instrument cassettes.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-actions\">\r\n <a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/contact-us\/\">Request Product Information<\/a>\r\n <a class=\"btn btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/hdydent.com\/\">Visit HDYDENT<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section id=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head\">\r\n <span class=\"kicker\">FAQ<\/span>\r\n <h2>Universal & Gracey Curette FAQs<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>1. What is the difference between a Universal and Gracey curette?<\/summary>\r\n <p>Universal curettes are intended for broad, multi-surface use, while Gracey curettes are area-specific and designed for targeted periodontal instrumentation.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>2. How do I choose between a Gracey and a Universal curette?<\/summary>\r\n <p>Consider the tooth location, working surface, periodontal anatomy, access and procedure. Universal designs provide versatility; Gracey designs provide area-specific adaptation.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>3. What are the main uses of Universal curettes?<\/summary>\r\n <p>They are commonly selected for general scaling and calculus removal across multiple tooth surfaces.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>4. What are the main uses of Gracey curettes?<\/summary>\r\n <p>They are commonly selected for targeted periodontal scaling and root planing where a specific working-end geometry is advantageous.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>5. Can a Universal curette replace a Gracey curette?<\/summary>\r\n <p>A Universal curette can provide broad coverage, but it does not provide the same area-specific working-end geometry as a Gracey curette. Many professional setups use complementary instrument designs.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>6. What surgical curettes does HDYDENT offer?<\/summary>\r\n <p>HDYDENT's published surgical curette range includes WS20G, WS25G, WS28G and WS35G metal-handle models, plus WS20CG, WS25CG and WS28CG toothed configurations.<\/p>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <details>\r\n <summary>7. Are HDYDENT WS-series curettes Gracey curettes?<\/summary>\r\n <p>No. The published WS-series products are surgical curettes. 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