Product Evaluation

PREMIER DENTAL 

Two Striper Diamonds

Two Striper Diamonds, distributed by Premier Dental, cut quickly, precisely, and consistently without sacrificing quality or longevity

After using the same burs for years, Dr. Tanya Orr was convinced that her burs were perfect and wasn’t looking to change anything. Still, she agreed to try Two Striper diamond burs, distributed by Premier Dental, for this DPS evaluation, curious if she could increase the speed and precision of altering tooth structure. Dr. Orr discovered that the new diamonds “did exactly that!” She said the Two Striper diamonds are “the most reliable in reduction of the tooth structure, where speed and precision matter the most.” Applauding the diamond burs for being “easy to work with and cutting working time in half,” Dr. Orr pointed out several other reasons why she will be switching to the Two Striper line of burs in her practice. “Chair time was reduced, margins became more defined, and crown preps came out beautiful!”

Efficiency and Speed of Substrate Removal

Because of the carefully selected diamond crystals engineered into each Two Striper bur, there is little variation in size, allowing for a faster, more consistent cut, according to Premier. “I do a lot of crown preparations, and cutting efficiency is important,” shared Dr. Varo Boyer. “With these burs, I was able to cut down on my prep time, and also minimize trauma to the tooth that is caused by increased drilling time and more heat generation.” Dr. Matthew Hyde said the Two Striper diamonds removed tooth structure faster than other coarse diamonds, and Dr.

Marianne Baran said they cut efficiently with minimal clogging.

Because of the ease of removing tooth structure, Dr. Edward Lew said less force was placed on the patient’s dentition. Dr. Orr agreed that there was “no need for forceful pressure,” and added, “The right amount and right size of diamond particles make the dentist’s work enjoyable.” Dr. Mariano Polack, who said the burs provide an excellent finish, noted, “I can prep significantly faster and with less effort on my hands and wrists.”

Durability/Longevity, Lack of Chatter/Vibration

According to Premier, unlike electroplated diamonds, Two Striper burs are manufactured with a proprietary P.B.S. braze process, which ensures the diamonds are optimally distributed and spaced to create a uniform cutting surface that reduces heat, chatter, and vibration, allowing for a smoother surface finish and reducing clogging. Calling them “extremely efficient and fast cutting,” Dr. Polack said there was no chatter, which allowed for smooth preps. “I love these burs!” exclaimed Dr. Jodi Lampert. “They are smooth and last longer than my current burs. My preps look great.”

“They seemed to hold up surprisingly well and didn’t dull as quickly as other brands I’ve used,” shared Dr. Baran. Dr. Hyde reported, “They seem to be holding up well but this was a short-term study,” and Dr. Boyer said they last longer than other burs. While Dr. Carl Sakamaki felt the burs dulled over time, he said they cut smoothly, and were efficient and easy to control. Dr. Lew pointed out that the tip of some burs wore out faster than other areas of the diamond, but he ultimately decided that they are “high-quality diamond burs that cut tooth structure and restorative materials easily and efficiently.”

Increased Efficiency of Procedure

“The burs were very efficient in preparing for the crown,” noted Dr. Sakamaki. “It reduced the prep time in half, which made patients very happy.” He described a patient with limited opening and a strong gag reflex where Two Striper allowed him to prep quickly and efficiently. “The prep came out pretty much textbook and a great impression with very clean margins.”

“It really is a time savings when my diamonds cut efficiently,” said Dr. Baran, who suggested thinner packaging for the burs so that they would fit easily inside her organizer. According to Dr. Pooja Saroha, the burs cut teeth quickly, which resulted in a much better experience with less chair time for the patient and clinician. “This is the best bur I’ve used in a long time!” she shared. Compared to single-use diamonds, Dr. Polack said the cutting efficiency and reduction of work time make up for the difference in cost. Impressed that Two Striper cuts faster and more effectively than the burs she currently uses, Dr. Lampert concluded, “These are fantastic burs. I am making the switch.”

"Chair time was reduced, margins became more defined, and crown preps came out beautiful."

-Tanya Orr, DDS

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Overall Satisfaction

Every dentist who participated in this DPS evaluation said they would recommend the Two Striper burs to other dental professionals and purchase them in the future. A few mentioned they would like to try other products in the Two Striper line, as Premier offers a complete selection of Two Striper burs for almost any procedure. “The number of options available is remarkable. Anyone can find the bur they are looking for,” shared Dr. Polack. Calling the Two Striper burs “the best in the industry,” he concluded, “To me, this is the standard to which all other burs compare.”

Takeaways

•Allows for quick and precise cutting of tooth surfaces, which increases efficiency

•Unique placement of diamonds creates uniform cutting surface that reduces heat, chatter, and vibration

•Results in a smoother surface finish and reduced clogging 

•Efficient cutting surface places less force on patient's dentition and improves operator ergonomics

•Durable and long-lasting diamonds