What is a dental burr?

Dental burr grinding mainly refers to the process of grinding the surface of the instrument or the surface of the tooth in the process of dental instruments or dental treatment to remove acute angles, burrs, and make it smooth. Here is a detailed explanation of dental burrs:

First, the burring of dental instruments

1. Purpose: Dental instruments (such as toothbrush bristles, dental drills, scalpels, etc.) may have sharp angles or burrs on their surfaces during use, which may cause damage to oral soft tissues or tooth surfaces. Therefore, these acute angles and burrs can be removed by grinding treatment, which can improve the comfort and safety of the instrument.

2. Method: Grinding treatment usually uses professional grinding tools or equipment, such as abrasive flow processing, ultrasonic cleaning, etc., to fine grind the surface of the instrument. These methods effectively remove sharp angles and burrs while maintaining the shape and accuracy of the instrument.

Second, burrs on the surface of teeth

1. Situation: During orthodontic, restoration or treatment, sometimes sharp parts may appear on the surface of the tooth, such as the tooth tip becoming sharp or the tooth surface appearing small bumps (although this description is closer to "tooth grinding" than "burring", but in this context can be understood as a similar treatment). These sharp parts may chafe the tongue or affect oral comfort.

2. Treatment method: The doctor will use professional dental tools, such as tooth grinding machine, dental scalpel or dental grinder, to grind the tooth surface. These tools usually consist of a rotating grinding wheel, a sharp blade, or a different shaped grinding head, and the doctor will choose the right tool for fine grinding according to the specific situation to remove the sharp part of the tooth surface and smooth it.

Third, precautions

Dental burr grinding requires professional skill and experience, so it is not recommended to do it at home.

During tooth grinding treatment, the doctor will carefully evaluate the condition of the tooth and formulate the corresponding treatment plan to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.

Dental instruments and tooth surfaces after treatment need to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to avoid cross-infection.

In summary, dental burring is a professional dental treatment process designed to improve the comfort and safety of dental instruments and tooth surfaces. If you have related needs or questions, please consult a professional dentist in time.