Steel burs

Steel burs in dentistry

Steel burs are used in dentistry and dental laboratories for controlled cutting of softer materials. They are particularly suitable for applications where precision and reduced aggressiveness are required.

Unlike diamond or carbide burs, steel burs are optimized for materials such as acrylics and temporary restorations.

Applications

Steel burs are commonly used for:

• Acrylic processing

• Adjustment of provisional restorations

• Finishing of soft materials

• Dental laboratory work

Technical characteristics

Professional steel burs offer:

• Controlled cutting performance

• Precision finishing capability

• Lower aggressiveness

• Good durability within their use range

• Variety of shapes and sizes

Comparison with other burs

• Diamond burs → abrasive cutting for hard tissues

• Carbide burs → efficient cutting for hard materials

• Steel burs → controlled work on softer materials

Importance in dental workflows

Steel burs support precise finishing and controlled adjustments, making them valuable tools in both clinical and laboratory settings.