Dental burs are small rotary cutting instruments used with dental handpieces. They are available in different shapes, sizes, materials, and cutting designs depending on the clinical procedure.
Common types include round burs, pear-shaped burs, fissure burs, inverted cone burs, flame burs, and finishing burs. Diamond burs are frequently used for cutting and shaping hard dental tissues, while carbide burs are commonly selected for efficient cutting and finishing applications.
Selecting the correct bur depends on the procedure, material being treated, desired cutting action, and handpiece compatibility.