D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation 0.4mm dpeth marker
Pack size: 5
Price per item: £6.95(ex. VAT) £8.34(inc. VAT)
Additional information
| Head Length | N/A |
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| Total length | N/A |
| Shaft type | N/A |
| Diameter | N/A |
| Shaft | N/A |
| Max Revolutions | N/A |
| Procedure | Veneer Preparation/Depth Marker |
| Material | Diamond |
| Shape | Depth Marker & Veneer Preparation |
| Colour Ring | Blue |
| Grit | Medium |
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Diamond drill Veneer depth marker – 0.4
Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation Bur – 0.4mm Depth Cutting Bur for Porcelain Veneers and Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Dentistry
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation Bur is a precision-engineered diamond veneer depth cutting bur designed to create controlled 0.4mm facial depth grooves during porcelain veneer preparations and minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry procedures.
Manufactured in Germany using premium natural diamond technology, the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG provides dentists with highly accurate depth control, predictable enamel reduction and excellent tactile sensitivity during aesthetic restorative procedures.
This specialised veneer preparation bur is designed to work ideally through a bisacryl pre-evaluative temporary following the Gurel veneer preparation protocol, helping clinicians preserve enamel while creating accurate and consistent ceramic space.
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is ideal for:
- Porcelain veneer preparation
- Minimal prep veneers
- Smile makeover procedures
- Lithium disilicate veneer preparation
- E.max veneer preparation
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Anterior veneer depth reduction
- Bisacryl mock-up guided preparations
- Gurel protocol veneer preparation
- Occlusal depth groove preparation
- Posterior onlay depth reduction
For dentists searching online for:
- Veneer preparation bur
- 0.4mm veneer depth cutting bur
- Diamond veneer bur
- Porcelain veneer preparation bur
- Gurel protocol veneer bur
- Veneer depth marker bur
- Cosmetic dentistry burs
- Depth cutter for veneers
- Minimal prep veneer bur
- E.max veneer preparation bur
- Veneer reduction bur
- Diamond bur for veneer preparations
the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG provides a highly precise and clinically predictable solution.
What Is the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation Bur?
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is a specialised diamond veneer preparation bur developed to create controlled 0.4mm facial depth grooves during cosmetic veneer procedures.
The bur allows clinicians to standardise enamel reduction and maintain conservative preparation protocols while creating sufficient space for ceramic veneer restorations.
The bur features:
- Controlled 0.4mm depth-cutting capability
- Premium natural diamond coating
- Precision German engineering
- Excellent concentricity
- Smooth cutting efficiency
- Rounded 1.5mm tip design
- Multi-purpose cosmetic preparation functionality
The D.Z868B.020.FG is specifically designed to support highly aesthetic veneer preparation techniques with improved preparation accuracy and enamel preservation.
Educational Information – Why Controlled Veneer Depth Reduction Is Important
One of the most important principles in modern cosmetic dentistry is preserving enamel during veneer preparation.
Bonding porcelain veneers primarily to enamel provides:
- Stronger adhesive bonding
- Improved veneer longevity
- Reduced post-operative sensitivity
- Greater marginal integrity
- Improved long-term aesthetics
Excessive reduction can expose dentine and compromise the overall restorative outcome.
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG helps clinicians create highly controlled 0.4mm depth grooves to maintain conservative and predictable preparations.
This is especially important in:
- Minimal prep veneer cases
- Additive veneer dentistry
- Smile design cases
- High aesthetic anterior restorations
- Young patients with large enamel volumes
The Importance of the Gurel Protocol in Veneer Dentistry
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is ideally suited for use through a bisacryl pre-evaluative temporary following the Gurel protocol.
The Gurel veneer preparation technique is widely respected in cosmetic dentistry because it focuses on:
- Additive smile design
- Conservative enamel preservation
- Guided tooth preparation
- Improved aesthetic planning
- Minimal invasive dentistry
Using a bisacryl mock-up before preparation allows the dentist to visualise the final restoration and prepare only where necessary.
The D.Z868B.020.FG is designed to cut through the bisacryl mock-up to create controlled 0.4mm facial depth grooves.
This technique helps clinicians:
- Avoid over preparation
- Preserve healthy enamel
- Maintain ideal ceramic thickness
- Improve restorative predictability
- Create more natural final restorations
Why 0.4mm Depth Cuts Are Important for Veneer Preparations
A 0.4mm reduction is commonly used in veneer dentistry when moderate ceramic space is required.
This depth is often ideal for:
- Lithium disilicate veneers
- E.max veneers
- Feldspathic veneers
- Mild colour correction
- Shape enhancement
- Smile alignment improvements
The controlled 0.4mm reduction helps provide sufficient ceramic thickness while still preserving enamel.
This balance is critical for achieving:
- Natural translucency
- Strong adhesive bonding
- Predictable aesthetics
- Conservative preparation design
- Long-term veneer success
How Dentists Use the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG
Step 1 – Smile Design and Mock-Up Creation
The clinician begins by evaluating:
- Facial aesthetics
- Tooth position
- Smile line
- Existing enamel thickness
- Final restorative goals
A wax-up or digital smile design is often transferred into the mouth using a bisacryl pre-evaluative temporary.
This mock-up acts as a preparation guide.
Step 2 – Creating 0.4mm Facial Depth Grooves
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is then used through the bisacryl temporary to create controlled 0.4mm facial depth grooves.
The bur creates precise reduction guides across:
- Cervical thirds
- Middle thirds
- Incisal thirds
This technique ensures highly accurate and conservative reduction.
Step 3 – Connecting the Depth Grooves
Once the depth cuts are completed, the dentist connects the grooves using a veneer preparation bur or fine chamfer bur.
This creates:
- Uniform enamel reduction
- Controlled ceramic space
- Smooth preparation geometry
- Predictable veneer thickness
The use of guided depth cuts significantly improves preparation accuracy.
Step 4 – Refinement and Finishing
The clinician then refines:
- Margins
- Proximal transitions
- Incisal edges
- Surface smoothness
- Preparation contours
Maintaining enamel throughout the procedure improves long-term adhesive success.
Dual Functionality – Posterior Occlusal Depth Groove Preparation
One of the unique advantages of the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is its 1.5mm rounded tip.
The rounded tip can also be used to gauge occlusal depth grooves during posterior restorations.
This makes the bur highly versatile for:
- Posterior onlay preparations
- Occlusal veneer preparations
- Tabletop restorations
- Overlay preparations
- Ceramic inlay and onlay reduction
The rounded 1.5mm tip helps clinicians create controlled occlusal reduction depth while preserving tooth structure.
This improves:
- Ceramic thickness consistency
- Occlusal anatomy
- Restoration strength
- Conservative preparation accuracy
Advantages of the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Bur
Precise 0.4mm Depth Reduction
The bur creates highly accurate 0.4mm facial depth grooves for predictable veneer preparation.
This helps dentists:
- Preserve enamel
- Prevent over reduction
- Improve ceramic thickness control
- Enhance aesthetic predictability
- Maintain minimally invasive preparation protocols
Supports the Gurel Veneer Preparation Technique
The D.Z868B.020.FG is ideally suited for preparation through bisacryl mock-ups following the Gurel protocol.
This allows:
- Guided preparation
- Conservative reduction
- Improved treatment planning
- Predictable restorative outcomes
- Minimal invasive dentistry
Multi-Purpose Cosmetic Preparation Bur
The 1.5mm rounded tip allows the bur to function as both:
- A facial veneer depth cutter
- A posterior occlusal depth guide
This improves clinical versatility and efficiency.
Excellent Diamond Cutting Efficiency
The premium natural diamond coating provides:
- Smooth enamel cutting
- Reduced vibration
- Excellent tactile sensitivity
- Precise groove placement
- Controlled cutting performance
This improves both clinician control and patient comfort.
Clinical Applications of the D.Z868B.020.FG
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG is commonly used for:
Porcelain Veneer Preparation
Controlled facial depth reduction for ceramic veneers.
Minimal Prep Veneers
Conservative enamel reduction during aesthetic procedures.
E.max Veneers
Ideal for lithium disilicate veneer preparations.
Gurel Protocol Veneers
Preparation through bisacryl mock-up temporaries.
Smile Makeovers
Predictable anterior cosmetic rehabilitation.
Posterior Onlays and Tabletops
Occlusal depth groove preparation using the rounded tip.
Why Dentists Choose Frank Dental Cosmetic Dentistry Burs
Frank Dental is recognised worldwide for producing precision-engineered German dental burs with exceptional quality and clinical reliability.
Frank Dental burs are trusted because they provide:
- Premium natural diamonds
- Precision engineering
- Reduced vibration
- Excellent concentricity
- Long-lasting sharpness
- Superior tactile control
- Smooth cutting efficiency
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG continues this reputation by providing clinicians with highly accurate veneer preparation performance.
Why Choose the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation Bur?
The Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG combines:
- Precision German engineering
- Accurate 0.4mm facial depth cutting
- Premium natural diamond technology
- Conservative enamel preservation
- Gurel protocol compatibility
- Multi-purpose cosmetic preparation functionality
Its specialised design allows dentists to perform highly accurate and minimally invasive veneer preparations with predictable restorative space and exceptional aesthetic control.
For clinicians performing porcelain veneers, smile makeovers, cosmetic dentistry and posterior adhesive restorations, the Frank Dental D.Z868B.020.FG Veneer Preparation Bur provides a highly effective and clinically reliable solution for conservative and predictable preparation techniques.






