• #6 handle enhances control and tactile feel
• Gracey 12/13 blade for posterior mesial areas
• Quantity: 1 periodontal curette per pack
• After Five shank improves deep pocket access
• Thin blade supports precise root adaptation

The Hu-Friedy Curette Gracey 12/13 After Five #6 Handle is a precision periodontal curette engineered to give you enhanced access and control when performing subgingival scaling and root planing in deep periodontal pockets, particularly on posterior teeth. If you are thinking about what the Hu-Friedy Curette Gracey 12/13 After Five #6 Handle is used for, it is the best Gracey curette for thorough debridement of mesial surfaces of posterior teeth where increased pocket depth and limited access demand a longer, more refined instrument design.

This After Five configuration features an extended shank length compared to standard Gracey curettes, allowing you to reach 5 mm or deeper pockets without excessive tissue distension or awkward wrist positioning, while the thinner blade profile supports precise adaptation to root contours and improved calculus removal efficiency. Clinically, the 12/13 blade design is optimized for mesial surfaces of premolars and molars, supporting controlled lateral pressure and effective stroke execution during both initial periodontal therapy and ongoing maintenance care. The #6 handle provides a balanced diameter that enhances tactile sensitivity and grip stability, helping reduce hand fatigue during extended scaling sessions while maintaining precise control.

Manufactured from Hu-Friedy?s high quality stainless steel, this curette is designed to maintain sharp cutting edges, resist corrosion, and withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles without compromising performance. The area-specific Gracey design supports efficient instrumentation by minimizing tissue trauma and promoting smoother root surfaces, which contributes to improved healing and long term periodontal stability. Designed for clinicians managing moderate to advanced periodontal conditions, this curette integrates seamlessly into modern periodontal instrumentation setups, making it the best After Five Gracey curette for deep pocket scaling and reliable periodontal care in everyday clinical practice.