Ball stop
The Ball-Stop Dental Instrument is a precision hand tool designed for restorative procedures. Featuring a small spherical working end often paired with a second ball size or a spatula on the opposite side it allows clinicians to efficiently place, condense, shape, and smooth a variety of filling materials, including composite and amalgam.
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The ball-shaped end allows for smooth and gentle adaptation of filling material — good for reaching grooves, margins, and complex cavity geometries without damaging enamel or adjacent structures.
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Precise control when packing composite or plastic materials — helps ensure a dense, gap-free fill (better restoration longevity).
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Ease of handling — double-ended or multi-size designs give flexibility for various parts of the tooth or different-sized preparations.
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Sterilizable and reusable — making it a durable, long-term instrument for restorative dentistry.