Periodontics

Periodontal scaler kit, root planing kit, and perio supplies, also known as periodontal supplies or supplies for periodontics, are the hand instruments, kits, and consumables used by dental students and clinicians during periodontal assessment, scaling, root planing, and minor periodontal surgery. This Student Section category covers the perio kit range including manual scalers, Gracey curettes, periodontal probes, perio stones for sharpening, periosteal elevators, scissors, needle holders, plaque disclosing solutions, stain removers, and micromotors for student clinic and preclinical training. All periodontic materials on Dentalkart are sourced from authorised distributors.

Periodontal scaler kit and perio supplies available on Dentalkart

Periodontal Scaler Kit and Sickle Scalers

The GDC Periodontal Scalers Set of 8 (PSRF) and individual sickle scalers in straight and curved shanks for supragingival debridement during routine scaling. Pair with a perio stone for periodic sharpening of cutting edges. Browse the scalers and curettes category for related products.

Gracey Curettes and Root Planing Kit

A root planing kit covers Gracey curettes in area-specific blade offsets — 5/6 anterior, 7/8 facial-lingual, 11/12 mesial posterior, and 13/14 distal posterior — for subgingival debridement and root surface smoothing during the root planing stage of periodontal therapy.

Periodontal Probes and Diagnostic Instruments

Williams and CPI calibrated periodontal probes for pocket-depth recording and gingival evaluation, used during the periodontal charting that precedes scaling and during recall examinations after periodontal therapy.

Periosteal Elevators, Scissors, and Needle Holders

Howarth and Molt periosteal elevators for flap reflection during periodontal flap surgery, surgical scissors for tissue trimming, and needle holders for suture placement during open and minor periodontal surgical procedures.

Plaque Disclosing Solutions and Stain Removers

DPI Alphaplaque plaque disclosing solution for hygiene education and motivation, and Samit and DPI tooth stain removers for cosmetic cleaning of extrinsic stains from tea, coffee, and tobacco.

Perio Stone and Micromotors

Perio stones for instrument sharpening and Marathon M3 micromotor units for chairside polishing after scaling. Sharpening protects the cutting edge geometry and keeps the scaler kit useful through the clinical year.

When are periodontal supplies used?

Periodontal supplies are used across preclinical practical exams and clinical postings whenever the student or clinician needs to assess periodontal status, scale and root plane a quadrant, manage gingival inflammation, perform minor periodontal surgery, or carry out post-treatment oral hygiene instruction.

• Full-mouth periodontal probing and charting using calibrated periodontal probes
• Supragingival scaling with sickle scalers from the periodontal scaler kit
• Subgingival scaling and root planing with the Gracey curette set (root planing kit)
• Sharpening of curettes and scalers with a perio stone during the clinical session
• Plaque disclosing and patient hygiene motivation with DPI Alphaplaque
• Tooth stain removal and chairside polishing after scaling
• Flap reflection, suturing, and post-surgical care in minor periodontal surgery

How to choose a perio kit as a dental student

1. Start with a periodontal scaler kit: GDC PSRF or equivalent 8-piece sickle scaler set covers full-mouth supragingival debridement.
2. Add a Gracey root planing kit: 5/6, 7/8, 11/12, and 13/14 offsets cover anterior, facial-lingual, and posterior root surfaces.
3. Include a perio stone: India stone or Arkansas stone for regular sharpening protects scaler tip geometry across the year.
4. Add a periodontal probe: Williams and CPI markings are the standard for undergraduate periodontal charting.
5. Brand selection: GDC, API, GI, and Samit are common student-budget brands; check the lab's approved brand list before ordering.
6. Supplement with disclosing solution and a micromotor: DPI Alphaplaque for hygiene education and a Marathon M3 micromotor for chairside polishing complete the basic perio kit.

Brands available on Dentalkart

Dentalkart stocks periodontal supplies, periodontal scaler kits, and root planing kits from GDC, DPI, API, GI (General Instruments), Samit, Marathon, Pyrax, Apoza, and Waldent. Each brand is supplied through authorised distribution with original packaging and manufacturer marking.

Why buy periodontal supplies from Dentalkart

Dentalkart supplies 100% genuine periodontal supplies and perio kits sourced from manufacturers and authorised distributors, with a 10-day replacement policy on eligible items. Pan-India delivery reaches 110,000+ pincodes with COD and EMI on qualifying orders. Student periodontal scaler kits and root planing kits are stocked together for fast set-up, and Dentalkart specialists are available for kit-matching and college-syllabus queries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in a periodontal scaler kit for dental students?

A periodontal scaler kit for dental students typically includes sickle scalers in straight and curved shanks, Gracey curettes in area-specific blade offsets (5/6, 7/8, 11/12, 13/14), universal Columbia or McCall curettes, a Williams or CPI periodontal probe, and a sharpening perio stone. Together these instruments cover scaling, root planing, and pocket-depth recording for routine clinical postings.

What is the difference between Gracey and universal curettes?

The difference between Gracey and universal curettes is the blade angle. Gracey curettes have area-specific blade offsets at 60 to 70 degrees designed for individual root surfaces of specific teeth. Universal curettes have a 90-degree blade angle and a double cutting edge that lets one instrument work on all root surfaces during full-mouth scaling.

What goes into a root planing kit?

A root planing kit includes the Gracey curette set (5/6 anterior, 7/8 facial-lingual, 11/12 mesial posterior, 13/14 distal posterior), a sharpening perio stone, a periodontal probe, and a hand-held mirror with explorer. The set is used to remove residual calculus and smooth the root surface after the initial scaling stage.

Which perio supplies suit a first-year periodontics posting?

For a first-year periodontics posting, basic perio supplies should include a periodontal scaler kit, a Gracey curette set, periodontal probes (Williams and CPI), a perio sharpening stone, DPI Alphaplaque disclosing solution, and a Marathon M3 micromotor for polishing. GDC, API, and GI cover the student-budget range.

Are the periodontal supplies on Dentalkart genuine and authorised?

Periodontal supplies on Dentalkart are genuine and procured from manufacturers and authorised distributors. Brands including GDC, API, GI, Samit, DPI, and Marathon are supplied in original sealed packaging with manufacturer marking. Dentalkart offers a 10-day replacement policy on eligible items for quality or fulfilment issues.