{"product_id":"gracey-15-16-curette-standard","title":"Gracey 15\/16 Curette Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGracey 15\/16 Curette Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e is an area-specific periodontal curette from NNA Medical Inc., forged from medical-grade stainless steel and finished with a knurled, hollow-handle grip. SKU \u003cstrong\u003eP11172\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gracey 15\/16 curette is a double-ended, site-specific instrument engineered for subgingival scaling and root planing. Its blade is offset at approximately 70° to the terminal shank, so only the lower cutting edge is used — this gives correct blade-to-root angulation with minimal soft-tissue trauma and superior tactile feedback compared with universal curettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gracey 15\/16 is indicated for \u003cstrong\u003eposterior teeth — mesial surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e. A modification of the 11\/12 blade mounted on a 13\/14 shank design, giving markedly better adaptation to posterior mesial surfaces where access is restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArea-specific blade\u003c\/strong\u003e — pre-angled for posterior teeth — mesial surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle cutting edge\u003c\/strong\u003e — rounded toe and back for controlled, atraumatic subgingival access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedical-grade stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e — sharp, corrosion resistant and easy to re-sharpen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard flexible shank\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent tactile sensitivity for calculus detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight knurled handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — secure grip with wet gloves, reduces hand fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-ended and fully autoclavable\u003c\/strong\u003e — steam, dry heat and chemical sterilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGracey curettes remain the gold standard for non-surgical periodontal therapy. The 15\/16 pattern supports thorough, atraumatic root debridement in the posterior mesial region, helping clinicians manage gingivitis and periodontitis predictably. Suitable for periodontal practices, dental hygiene clinics, dental laboratories and dental education programs across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e P11172\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gracey 15\/16, standard shank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e posterior teeth — mesial surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Area specific, single cutting edge, 70° offset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medical-grade stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knurled, double-ended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully autoclavable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e NNA Medical Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested Companion Instruments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs with the Gracey 17\/18 (P11173); complements the standard 11\/12 (P11170) and 13\/14 (P11171) patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NNA MEDICAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50498980479167,"sku":"P11172","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/2535\/1871\/files\/9dc704d5-gracey-15-16-curette-standard-p11172-sq.webp?v=1790278449","url":"https:\/\/www.nnamedical.com\/products\/gracey-15-16-curette-standard","provider":"NNA MEDICAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}