In this section of the Orthazone online store you’ll find core dental burs for general dentists and orthodontic burs for orthodontic specialists. This is where you can build a working bur kit for preparation, finishing restorations, removing composite, interproximal reduction, and final polishing. The Burs category makes it easy to choose dental burs for orthodontics and general-use rotary instruments in one place and keep your inventory of consumables at a stable level.

The role of dental burs in modern dental and orthodontic practice

Burs remain one of the fundamental tools for both dentists and orthodontists. They are used to prepare hard tooth tissues, refine restoration and crown margins, remove old composite, polish enamel after debonding, and complete esthetic cases at a high level.

For an orthodontist, dedicated orthodontic burs are especially important at the debonding stage: removing composite gently, preserving enamel gloss, and avoiding overheating requires the right shapes and abrasiveness. For restorative and prosthodontic work, dental burs are the backbone of daily procedures when treating caries and preparing teeth for direct and indirect restorations.

A well-chosen dental burs assortment helps make treatment more predictable, reduce chair time, and increase patient comfort.

Main burs groups in the Orthazone catalog

The Burs category at Orthazone is organized so you can quickly navigate to the right subcategory and choose instruments for your clinical tasks. Below is a brief overview of the key groups.

Diamond dental burs and Diamond & Econo Disks

Diamond dental burs are a classic workhorse in daily practice. They are used for enamel and dentin preparation, contour refinement, and work on ceramics and composites. Different shapes and grits allow you to select instruments for gross reduction or delicate finishing.

Diamond & Econo Disks cover disks for contouring and separating, refining contact points, and finishing restorations. In one place you’ll find both premium and more economical options for routine procedures.

Carbide dental burs: Metal Carbide Burs and Gold Carbide Burs

Carbide dental burs offer high cutting efficiency and a clean cutting surface, especially on dentin and existing restorative materials. Orthazone carries both standard Metal Carbide Burs and premium Gold Carbide Burs.

Metal carbide burs are ideal for removing old composite, refining preparations, and shaping cavities. Many clinicians select gold carbide burs for smoother cutting, extended service life, and improved feel in finishing and work under magnification.

For endodontic, surgical, and implant-related procedures, the Burs category also includes dedicated instruments for access, shaping, and bone or material removal, which you can add to your standard clinical sets.

Dental lab burs

A separate group of instruments is dental lab burs, designed for the dental laboratory. These burs are intended for work on stone, acrylic, alloys, and modern prosthetic materials.

When the clinic and lab can order dental lab burs from the same supplier, logistics become simpler, nomenclature is aligned, and communication between doctor and technician becomes more predictable.

Ortho finishing burs/points and restorative finishing/polishing

Finishing is a critical step in both orthodontic and restorative dentistry. The catalog includes dental finishing burs and polishing points, as well as complete sets for restorative finishing and polishing.

Orthodontists use these instruments to gently treat enamel after debonding and composite removal, smooth microrelief, and restore natural luster to teeth. Restorative dentists rely on finishing burs and polishing points to refine composite restorations and close cases at a high esthetic level.

Interproximal strips and tools for separation

Interproximal reduction (IPR) is part of many orthodontic protocols. Orthazone offers interproximal stripping burs and strips that allow you to remove minimal amounts of enamel in contact areas with good control.

Different thicknesses and abrasiveness levels help you fine-tune the amount of reduction, while convenient holders and color-coding make the procedure more predictable and safer for both teeth and soft tissues. A full selection of products is available in the Interproximal Strips subcategory.

Bur Blocks and operatory organization

To keep your dental burs always within reach, proper organization is essential. This is where Bur Blocks come in — cassettes and blocks for storage and sterilization of burs.

A well-built bur set in a bur block saves time for both doctor and assistant: the right bur is easy to find, simple to pass on for sterilization, and quick to prepare for the next patient. On Orthazone you can select bur blocks to match your shank types and workflow.

How to build a basic dental burs assortment for your practice

The core dental burs kit depends on your practice profile, but most offices share similar needs. An orthodontic practice typically requires:

• reliable diamond dental burs for minor enamel adjustments;
• carbide burs for composite and material removal;
• dental finishing burs and polishing points for post-debonding finishing;
• tools for IPR — interproximal stripping burs and strips.

Restorative and prosthodontic offices build on this with broader lines of diamond and carbide burs, specialized burs for crown and bridge work, and comprehensive systems for finishing and polishing direct and indirect restorations.

On the parent Burs category page you can review all subgroups and assemble your own dental burs assortment to match your protocols — from a minimal starter kit to an extended set for a multi-disciplinary clinic.

Dental burs for sale and supplies for US clinics

The Burs section at Orthazone is designed around the daily needs of practicing clinicians and clinics. Here you’ll find dental burs for sale as individual items, themed kits, and assortment packs.

The selection is curated so that dental burs supplies USA cover the needs of both single-chair offices and multi-chair practices:

• popular shapes and sizes of diamond and carbide burs;
• specialized solutions for orthodontics, restorative dentistry, endodontics, surgery, and the lab;
• cost-effective lines for routine work and premium options for work under magnification.

Buy dental burs online at Orthazone

The online ordering format makes it easy to select and purchase dental burs for your current cases. In the catalog you can buy dental burs online using filters by instrument type (diamond, carbide, lab, finishing, interproximal, surgical), shank, manufacturer, and clinical indication.

An additional advantage of Orthazone is the ability to combine burs with other categories in a single order: bracket systems, bonding supplies, wire products, elastomerics, and instruments. You place one order, receive one shipment, and pay shipping once, without multiple invoices and extra logistics. For clinics in the US, this greatly simplifies regular replenishment of dental burs supplies USA.

Dental burs supplies USA and solutions for multi-chair practices

For larger clinics and groups, both quality and availability matter. Once you standardize your bur sets and choose core SKUs for your treatment protocols, you can plan purchases as part of your dental burs supplies USA strategy.

This approach helps you:

• lower per-unit cost through volume purchasing;
• reduce situations where the needed bur is “out of stock” chairside;
• standardize bur kits for all providers across the clinic;
• better control usage and budgeting for bur rotation.

FAQ: choosing and using dental burs

What is the practical difference between diamond dental burs and carbide dental burs?
Diamond burs are ideal for work on enamel, ceramics, and fine contouring, offering controlled abrasion. Carbide burs are more efficient on dentin and existing restorative materials, providing faster cutting and a cleaner surface. In daily practice, both types of dental burs complement each other.

What is the minimal bur set an orthodontist needs for debonding and finishing?
A basic orthodontic kit usually includes several shapes of diamond dental burs for enamel adjustments, carbide burs for composite removal, and dental finishing burs and polishing points for final polishing. When interproximal reduction is part of your protocol, you add interproximal stripping burs and strips.

How often should dental burs be replaced?
Replacement frequency depends on how intensively the burs are used and the materials you work on. Loss of cutting efficiency, increased heat, or the need to apply more pressure all signal it is time to rotate instruments. Regularly refreshing your dental burs improves preparation efficiency and reduces the risk of microcracks and overheating.

Does it make sense to separate bur sets for orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and the lab?
Yes, this simplifies workflows and improves safety. Orthodontic burs for debonding and IPR should be kept separate from aggressive preparation burs or lab instruments. Dental lab burs should not enter the clinical operatory, and clinical burs should not be used in the lab. Clear separation of sets helps you better control sterility, instrument lifespan, and the intended use of each bur.