Gracey Curette, M5 Deep Scaling (GRA 1/2) for Front Teeth, Slightly Angled - ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix Handle in Yellow, Titanium Tips | Helmut Zepf No. 24.201.01GM5-TI
The Gracey Curette M5 Deep Scaling (GRA 1/2) is a precision periodontal instrument engineered for effective subgingival scaling and root planing on front teeth. Its slightly angled design allows clinicians to access the delicate anterior dentition with greater accuracy and reduced tissue trauma, making it an essential tool in any advanced periodontal protocol.
bIONIK handle color code
The handle color identifies which instrument you are using. Each bIONIK color stands for a working-end pattern, so you can pick the right curette or scaler from the tray at a glance.
| Handle color | Instrument |
|---|---|
| Front teeth | |
| YellowThis instrument | Gracey 1/2 · Langer 5/6 |
| Signal orange | Gracey 3/4 |
| Red-purple | Gracey 5/6 |
| Back teeth | |
| Lightred-magenta | Gracey 7/8 · M 23 · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Turquoise-brightblue | Gracey 9/10 |
| Signal purple | Gracey 11/12, 15/16 |
| Cobalt blue | Gracey 13/14, 17/18 · Columbia · McCall · Langer 17/18 · M 23 slim · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Universals and sickles | |
| Yellow-green | Langer 3/4 · sickle scalers |
| Black | Langer 1/2 |
| Grey | GXC 4 blunt sickle |
This is a Gracey 1/2 Curette. See all 17 Zepf versions — handles, coatings and replaceable tips — on our Gracey 1/2 Curette page.
Part of the Helmut Zepf QuickFix replaceable-tip system — screw-in tips for bIONIK, Z-SHAPE and Lotus handles. Swap a worn tip in seconds and keep the handle.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — this instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 6 months. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
Key Features
- Instrument Type: Gracey Special Curette, 1/2 pattern (GRA 1/2)
- Scaling Depth: M5 Deep Scaling — optimized for deeper subgingival access
- Application: Designed specifically for front teeth with a slightly angled blade orientation
- Handle: ZEPF-bIONIK ergonomic handle in Yellow — promotes a relaxed, fatigue-reducing grip during extended procedures
- Tips: Titanium — offering exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and a lightweight feel
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf, No. 24.201.01GM5-TI
Why Choose This Gracey Curette?
The Gracey Curette has long been the gold standard for area-specific periodontal instrumentation. This M5 variant pairs that trusted geometry with the ZEPF-bIONIK handle system, which is ergonomically shaped to reduce hand and wrist strain. Titanium tips ensure the instrument maintains its edge through repeated sterilization cycles while remaining notably lighter than conventional stainless steel alternatives.
Helmut Zepf instruments are manufactured in Germany, reflecting stringent quality standards and a long-standing tradition of dental craftsmanship. The yellow color-coding on the handle aids rapid tray setup and instrument identification in a clinical environment.
Award-Winning Handle Design
The bIONIK handle won the Red Dot Design Award in 2010, the year of its launch. The jury of the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Essen, Germany, honored the bIONIK handle’s ergonomic design, high-tech material, and exceptional lightness and durability.
Design Notes
The M5 design: the first shank is about 3 mm longer than standard and the sharpened working end is shortened, with a 0.95 mm thin, flexible and therefore highly tactile first shaft — built for special subgingival curettage in tight, deep pockets (beyond 5 mm) and along narrow root surfaces.
Titanium for implant maintenance: the titanium working ends remove accumulated plaque film from implant necks without damaging the implant surface — the material choice that makes routine maintenance around implants safe.
6-Month Warranty
This Helmut Zepf instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for its expected working life, which our research has shown to be 6 months from the date of delivery. See our Warranty page for full terms.
60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used
Put this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund — for any reason, even if it has been used.
FAQ
What teeth is this Gracey Curette designed for?
This instrument is specifically configured for anterior (front) teeth, using the 1/2 blade pattern with a slightly angled tip for precise access.
Are titanium-tipped curettes autoclavable?
Titanium instruments are generally compatible with standard autoclave sterilization, maintaining their integrity through repeated cycles. Always follow your practice's sterilization protocols.
What makes the ZEPF-bIONIK handle different?
The bIONIK handle is ergonomically contoured to minimize muscle fatigue and improve tactile sensitivity during scaling procedures.
Compare With
| Brand | Gracey 1/2 – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | SG1/2 |
| American Eagle | AEG1-2 |
| PDT | R016 |
| Nordent | SCGR1-2 |
| Premier | BEUL-05601 / BE-1005001 / LT-1004810 / PremierAir-1004660 |
| LM-Dental | 201-202 |
| A. Titan | GR 1-2 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart.
