Wax Spatula

- Material: Most dental wax spatulas are made from high-quality, medical-grade stainless steel (often AISI 304) for exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and high strength. Other variations may include plastic or ivorine for specific cement mixing applications.
- Design & Ends: The instruments are commonly double-ended, with various tip shapes to suit different tasks.
- Spatula on one end, ward carver on the other.
Pointed end and rounded/spoon-shaped end for efficient placement, mixing, and scooping.
- Compliance: Quality products typically comply with international standards such as CE, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and FDA regulations.

Hygiene & Maintenance:
* Autoclavable: The majority of stainless steel spatulas are fully autoclavable (sterilizable at high temperatures, e.g., 132°C or 135°C) for repeated professional use and to maintain hygiene standards.
* Polished Finish: A highly polished finish ensures aesthetic appeal, is easy to clean, and helps prevent residual materials from sticking.

* Highlight Material Quality: Emphasize the use of high-quality materials like surgical-grade German stainless steel, which ensures durability, corrosion resistance, and longevity.
* Showcase Versatility (Dual Ends): Market the spatulas as multi-functional tools. The common "Number 7" spatula, for example, has a spoon end for mixing wax and a pointed blade for detailed carving and shaping. Clearly explain how this design increases efficiency by reducing the need for multiple instruments.
* Wax-ups: Market certain instruments (like PKT instruments or the half Holland bag) for creating diagnostic wax-ups for crowns, bridges, and inlays.
* Mixing: Promote models with a larger spoon end for mixing materials like plaster of paris, alginate, or dental cements (note: use plastic spatulas for glass ionomer cements).