Foredom Sphere Coarse 5/16 Hedge Hog

Description:

Sphere coarse 5/16 hedge hog is designed for rapid, heavy cutting of dental laboratory materials, especially in curved or concave spaces. Its Hedge Hog-style teeth feature sharp, deeply cut blades that grip and remove acrylic and thermoplastic materials quickly, making it ideal for bulk trimming and aggressive shaping tasks. The 5/16" spherical head is optimal for smoothing and hollowing out areas such as palatal regions, denture intaglio surfaces, and internal appliance relief spaces. Its round geometry enables multidirectional motion, giving technicians the freedom to contour surfaces without having to reposition their grip frequently. This increases workflow efficiency during high-volume denture processing. The Hedge Hog cutter pattern is engineered to resist clogging, even when working through dense, high-impact acrylics. Its broad flutes eject debris quickly, reducing heat accumulation and preventing unwanted surface melting or burnishing. This makes the bur particularly useful when working with heat-sensitive materials like soft thermoplastics and light-cured splint resins. The bur�s precise design is compatible with 2.35mm shank dental laboratory handpieces, ensuring stable rotation during extended use. It is commonly used to shape internal denture surfaces, contour deep anatomical depressions, adjust lingual flanges, and correct high spots inside orthodontic appliances. Due to its aggressive cutting capability, technicians often use this bur during early shaping phases before switching to medium or fine burs for refinement. The Hedge Hog design ensures long-lasting cutting performance, allowing consistent material removal across multiple cases.