What is a dental sickle scaler?
It is a periodontal hand instrument with a pointed tip and a triangular cross-section, which gives two cutting edges that meet at the tip. It can be single-ended or double-ended.
Dental Instrument · Scaling & Hygiene
Dental Sickle Scaler
Hand sickle scalers for removing supragingival calculus, in anterior and posterior patterns. Made for distributors, importers, dental suppliers and private-label brands, to your drawing, reference sample or catalogue pattern, in bulk or under your own label.
B2B · OEM · PRIVATE LABEL · CUSTOM PACKAGING
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Pointed TipTriangular blade with two cutting edges
Anterior & PosteriorH6/H7, 204S, Jacquette and Towner patterns
OEM ReadyPrivate-label marking and packaging
ManufacturerDirect dental instrument source
Product overview
Sickle scalers for supragingival calculus removal.
A sickle scaler is a periodontal hand instrument with a pointed tip and a triangular cross-section, which gives each working end two cutting edges that meet at the tip. It is used to remove medium and heavy calculus from the crown of the tooth, above the gumline. It is made as a single-ended or double-ended instrument.
Pattern names vary by maker. An H6/H7 is a slim anterior sickle, and a 204S is a wider posterior design. Some instruments pair two blades: an H5/33 combines an H5 sickle with a #33 Jacquette, and a U15/30 pairs a Towner U15 with a #30 Jacquette. We quote from your drawing, reference piece or catalogue number and not from the name alone. For work below the gumline, see our universal curette and Gracey curette.
Pointed triangular bladeTwo cutting edges meeting at the tip.
Anterior and posteriorSlim blades for the front teeth, wider designs for the back.
Single or double-endedIncluding combination patterns such as U15/30.
Bulk and OEM supplyFor distributor ranges, tender lists and private-label packs.
Technical Specification
Confirmed in writing against your drawing or sample before production.
| Product | Dental sickle scaler |
|---|---|
| Also listed as | Sickle scaler, supragingival scaler, Jacquette scaler |
| Instrument type | Periodontal hand scaler |
| Working end | Pointed tip, triangular cross-section, two cutting edges |
| Anterior patterns | For example H6/H7 and H5/33 |
| Posterior patterns | For example 204S and posterior Jacquette numbers |
| Combination patterns | For example U15/30 and U15/33 (Towner with Jacquette) |
| Ends | Single-ended or double-ended, per pattern |
| Handle | Hollow or solid, grip style from your reference |
| Blade size and angle | Confirmed from your drawing or reference piece |
| Overall length | Confirmed from your drawing or reference piece |
| Material | Stainless steel; grade confirmed in the agreed specification |
| Finish | To be agreed, for example satin or polished |
| Supply condition | Sterile or non-sterile, as agreed in the quotation |
| Packaging and marking | Bulk, standard or buyer-branded; logo or reference marking by agreement |
Pattern names and numbers are listed as examples of common catalogue patterns. Blade size, angle and length differ between makers, so send a drawing or reference piece and the dimensions are confirmed before production.
Pattern guide
Anterior, posterior and combination sickle patterns.
The pattern decides where the scaler reaches. Use the table as a starting point for your enquiry, not as a clinical reference.
What to include in an enquiry
These details let us quote without back-and-forth:
- Pattern name or number, and the maker's catalogue it comes from
- Single-ended or double-ended
- Blade size and angle, if known
- Handle style: hollow or solid, round or grip pattern
- Overall length
- Material and finish
- Quantity per pattern, and packaging format
- Logo, marking or private-label requirements
Tip: if you already stock a sickle scaler you like, send the piece or a clear photograph of both ends. Blade shape and shank angle are easier to match from the real instrument than from a catalogue name.
Common sickle scaler patterns
| Pattern | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|
| H6/H7 | Anterior, double-ended | Slim, contra-angled sickle |
| H5/33 | Anterior, combination | H5 sickle with a straight #33 Jacquette |
| U15/30, U15/33 | Combination | Towner U15 with a #30 or #33 Jacquette |
| 204S | Posterior | Wider triangular blade |
| Posterior Jacquette | Posterior, double-ended | For example 31/32 and 34/35 |
Names and numbers are maker-specific. Two listings called "sickle scaler" can differ in blade size and shank angle, so match by drawing or reference piece.
Applications
Where sickle scalers fit in a hygiene range.
They are the first-line instrument for heavier calculus on the crown, used alongside curettes, probes and explorers.
01 · ANTERIOR TEETH
Front-tooth calculus
Slim anterior sickles such as the H6/H7 are used for calculus on the incisors and canines.
02 · POSTERIOR TEETH
Back-tooth calculus
Wider posterior designs such as the 204S are used for supragingival calculus on the premolars and molars.
03 · HYGIENE KITS
Scalers in sets
Distributors build hygiene kits from a sickle scaler, curettes, a periodontal probe and a dental explorer.
Selection comparison
Sickle scalers compared with curettes.
The blade shape sets the job. Hygiene kits normally carry both.
| Instrument | Working end | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Sickle scaler | Pointed tip, triangular cross-section, two cutting edges | Supragingival calculus |
| Universal curette | Rounded toe, two cutting edges | Subgingival debridement on any surface |
| Gracey curette | Rounded toe, one cutting edge, area-specific | Subgingival debridement, matched to a tooth area |
Blade profiles, sizes and numbering vary by manufacturer and catalogue. Use your approved drawing or sample as the final reference.
Manufacturer & supply
Sickle scalers made for B2B buyers.
Iron Art makes and supplies dental and surgical instruments for buyers who want a defined specification, a sample to approve and repeatable supply. See our OEM and private-label services for how programmes are set up.
Direct source
From reference sample to approved production.
Send the pattern number, a drawing or a reference piece, and the quantities you expect to order. We check it against your requirements, confirm dimensions, finish and packaging, and agree a sample before production begins.
- Anterior and posterior sickle scalers to your reference
- Bulk supply for distributors and importers
- OEM manufacturing to your drawing
- Private-label marking and packaging
- Single patterns or hygiene sets
Checking a sample
What to inspect when a sample arrives.
These points apply whichever supplier you use.
- The tip is pointed and centred on the blade
- Both cutting edges are even and meet cleanly at the tip
- Each end of a double-ended piece matches your drawing
- The handle is firmly joined, with no movement
- Finish is even, with no burrs
B2B workflow
Specification, sample, approval, repeat supply.
A straightforward route for distributors, importers and private-label buyers sourcing dental sickle scalers.
01 · SPECIFY
Send your brief
Pattern number or reference piece, quantities, finish and packaging.
02 · QUOTE
Review and quotation
Specification confirmed in writing, with any OEM or marking options priced.
03 · APPROVE
Sample
Inspect a sample against your reference before production is released.
04 · SUPPLY
Repeat orders
Reorders follow the approved specification, including private-label packs.
Buyer FAQ
Dental sickle scalers: questions buyers ask.
Short answers on patterns, blades, materials and supply.
What is a sickle scaler used for?
It is used to remove medium and heavy calculus from the crown of the tooth, above the gumline.
What is the difference between a sickle scaler and a curette?
A sickle has a pointed tip and is used above the gumline. A curette has a rounded toe and is used below it. See the universal curette and the Gracey curette.
What do H6/H7, H5/33 and U15/30 mean?
They are catalogue pattern names. H6/H7 is a slim anterior sickle. H5/33 pairs an H5 sickle with a #33 Jacquette. U15/30 pairs a Towner U15 with a #30 Jacquette.
What is the difference between anterior and posterior sickles?
Anterior sickles are slimmer and made for the front teeth. Posterior designs such as the 204S are wider and made for the back teeth.
Are patterns the same between makers?
Not always. Names and numbers are maker-specific, and blade size and shank angle can differ. Match by drawing or reference piece and not by name alone.
What material and finish are used?
Stainless steel is the standard option. The exact grade and surface finish, for example satin or polished, are confirmed in the specification you approve.
Can you make them to my drawing or sample?
Yes. Send a drawing, photograph or reference piece. Blade size, angle, handle and finish are confirmed in writing before production.
Do you supply bulk, OEM and private-label orders?
Yes. Marking, reference numbers and packaging can be agreed per programme, and quantities are discussed per order.
What should I include in a quotation request?
Pattern name or number, single or double-ended, handle style, length, material and finish, quantity, packaging and marking. A photograph of both ends speeds things up.
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Need a quotation for dental sickle scalers?
Tell us the pattern, single or double-ended, quantity and packaging. A drawing, photograph or reference piece will speed things up.