It’s tempting to think you can sterilize and reuse a bur to save costs.
But when it comes to Vitality™ carbide burs, reusing isn’t recommended—and here’s why.
A. Loss of Cutting Efficiency
After just one use, the bur’s sharpness decreases significantly.
That means:
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Longer chairside time
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Less efficient cutting
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More heat generation (which can compromise patient safety)
If you’ve ever felt your handpiece dragging instead of gliding, you know the difference a fresh bur makes.
That’s why single-use options like the Vitality™ 1702 Surgical Carbide Bur are trusted by oral surgeons who value precision.
B. Difficult to Clean and Sterilize
Bone and tooth particles get trapped between the bur blades.
Even with proper protocols, achieving 100% sterilization is nearly impossible.
This leaves a risk of cross-contamination—something no clinician wants.
That’s where choosing a fresh bur, like the Vitality™ Round Surgical Carbide Bur, gives both you and your patient peace of mind.
Why Single-Use is Better?
Vitality™ burs are designed for one-time use.
That ensures:
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Maximum cutting performance
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Faster, smoother surgical procedures
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Reduced risk of cross-infection
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Improved patient safety and outcomes
Some clinicians also prefer switching to Vitality™ Round Surgical Diamond Burs for cases where precision and minimal trauma are critical.
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