{"product_id":"gracey-7-8-curette-standard","title":"Gracey 7\/8 Curette Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGracey 7\/8 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\u003eP11168\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gracey 7\/8 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 7\/8 is indicated for \u003cstrong\u003eposterior teeth — buccal and lingual surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e. Standard (flexible) shank design makes it well suited to light-to-moderate deposit removal, definitive root planing and periodontal maintenance appointments.\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 — buccal and lingual 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 7\/8 pattern supports thorough, atraumatic root debridement in the posterior buccal and lingual 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 P11168\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gracey 7\/8, standard shank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e posterior teeth — buccal and lingual 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 9\/10 (P11169) for full posterior facial and lingual coverage; add 11\/12 (P11170) and 13\/14 (P11171) for mesial and distal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NNA MEDICAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50498980413631,"sku":"P11168","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/2535\/1871\/files\/55f1b2da-gracey-7-8-curette-standard-p11168-sq.webp?v=1790278449","url":"https:\/\/www.nnamedical.com\/products\/gracey-7-8-curette-standard","provider":"NNA MEDICAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}