The Hu-Friedy Explorer 23/6 HU-EX23/66 from Hu-Friedy MFG Co. LLC is a precision-crafted diagnostic instrument designed for comprehensive oral examinations and caries detection.
Featuring a double-ended 23/6 working design, this explorer combines a Shepherd’s Hook (#23) and #6 explorer tip, allowing clinicians to detect caries, calculus, and surface irregularities with enhanced access and efficiency. The fine, flexible tips provide excellent tactile sensitivity for accurate assessment of tooth structures and restorative margins.
Equipped with a #6 Satin Steel handle, the instrument delivers superior balance, ergonomic comfort, and reduced hand fatigue. Constructed from premium surgical stainless steel, it ensures long-term durability and full compatibility with repeated sterilization cycles.
Key Features
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Double-ended 23/6 design for versatile diagnostic use
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Combination Shepherd’s Hook and #6 explorer tips
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Fine flexible working ends for superior tactile feedback
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#6 Satin Steel handle for optimal grip and balance
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Premium surgical stainless steel construction
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Fully autoclavable and reusable
Technical Specifications
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Brand Name: Hu-Friedy MFG Co. LLC
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Product Name: Explorer 23/6
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Product Code: HU-EX23/66
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Handle Type: #6 Satin Steel Handle
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Design: Double End
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Pattern: 23/6
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Material: Surgical Stainless Steel
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Finish: Satin
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Sterilization: Fully Autoclavable
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Reusable: Yes
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Packaging: 1/Pk
Clinical Benefits
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Enables precise caries and calculus detection
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Improves evaluation of restoration margins
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Enhances tactile sensitivity during examination
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Supports comprehensive diagnostic procedures
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Reduces clinician hand fatigue
Ideal For
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General dentists
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Dental hygienists
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Periodontists
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Dental students & academic institutions
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Dental clinics requiring reliable diagnostic instruments
Additional Use
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Examination of pits and fissures
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Detection of subgingival calculus
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Operative dentistry and clinical training
Top External Resources for Dental Education
Explore these authoritative resources for dental hygiene and dentistry programs in the Canada and USA:
CDAC – Search Accredited Dental & Dental Hygiene Programs (Canada)
Canadian Dental Hygienists Association – Education Guide (Canada)
University of British Columbia – Faculty of Dentistry (British Columbia)
Dalhousie University – Dental Hygiene Program (Nova Scotia)
University of Toronto – Faculty of Dentistry (Ontario)
University of Alberta – Faculty of Dentistry (Alberta)
List of Dental Schools in Canada (All Provinces)
CDAC – Accredited Dental Hygiene Programs (National Overview)
CODA – Commission on Dental Accreditation (USA)
ADEA – American Dental Education Association (USA)
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