Frank Dental FD8XL PFM Crown Cutting Bur 1.2mm – C.FD8XL.012.FG Porcelain and Metal Crown Cutter

Product Code: C.FD8XL.012.FG

Manufacturer: Frank Dental GmbH, Germany

One Bur. Two Materials. Efficient Crown Removal.

Introducing the Frank Dental C.FD8XL.012.FG PFM Crown Cutting Bur, a precision-engineered tungsten carbide dental bur designed for efficient removal of porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

Manufactured by Frank Dental GmbH in Germany, the FD8XL is a specialist crown cutter developed for dental clinicians seeking an efficient, controlled and practical solution for removing existing porcelain fused to metal (PFM) restorations.

Featuring Frank Dental’s specially engineered cutting geometry, the FD8XL is designed to cut through both porcelain and metal using a single bur.

You only need one bur to cut through both the porcelain and metal.

With the correct clinical technique, the Frank Dental FD8XL can cut through a porcelain bonded to metal crown in approximately 90 seconds, helping clinicians streamline crown removal and reduce the need for instrument changes.

Its aggressive tungsten carbide cutting geometry is designed to provide efficient cutting performance with minimal vibration.

For optimal performance, use the bur at a 45-degree working angle with no additional pressure, allowing the specially engineered cutting edges to perform the work.

Available from Crown Dental Burs Ltd, your UK supplier of Frank Dental precision-engineered dental burs.

Frank Dental FD8XL Crown Cutting Bur – Product Highlights

• One bur for porcelain and metal: Designed to cut through both materials without routinely changing instruments.

• Approximately 90-second crown cutting: Efficient cutting performance under suitable clinical conditions.

• Minimal vibration: Specially engineered cutting geometry designed to provide a controlled cutting experience.

• 1.2mm tungsten carbide cutting head: Specialist instrument for porcelain bonded to metal crown removal.

• 45-degree working angle: Recommended positioning for efficient cutting.

• No additional pressure: Allow the bur to perform the cutting without forcing it through the restoration.

• German precision engineering: Manufactured by Frank Dental GmbH.

• Professional dental instrument: Designed for qualified dental clinicians.

• Versatile cutting applications: Suitable for porcelain bonded to metal crowns, appropriate metal crowns and amalgam removal, subject to the manufacturer’s instructions.

1. Frank Dental FD8XL – Specialist PFM Crown Cutting Bur

The Frank Dental C.FD8XL.012.FG is a specialist dental crown cutting bur developed for the removal of porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

Porcelain fused to metal crowns combine an aesthetic ceramic veneer with an underlying metal framework.

This combination creates a particular challenge during crown removal because the cutting instrument must work through two different restorative materials.

The outer porcelain layer must first be penetrated before the clinician can continue cutting through the metal substructure.

Conventional crown removal techniques may involve using one bur for porcelain and another for metal, requiring the clinician to change instruments during the procedure.

The Frank Dental FD8XL provides an alternative.

Its specially engineered tungsten carbide cutting geometry is designed to work through both porcelain and metal, allowing the clinician to continue cutting using the same instrument.

This makes the FD8XL a practical choice for clinicians seeking a dedicated PFM crown removal bur that combines efficient cutting performance with simplified instrument selection.

The ability to cut both materials using one bur is the defining feature of this Frank Dental crown cutter.

For dental practices regularly performing crown removal, the FD8XL offers a practical alternative to selecting separate cutting instruments for each restorative material.

2. One Bur to Cut Through Both Porcelain and Metal

The Frank Dental FD8XL is designed to cut through both porcelain and metal using a single bur.

This is particularly beneficial when removing porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

The different material characteristics of porcelain and metal can make crown removal challenging.

A bur optimised for one material may not provide the same cutting performance when transitioning to another.

The FD8XL has been developed to address this challenge through its specialist cutting geometry.

Rather than routinely changing from a porcelain cutting instrument to a separate metal crown cutter, clinicians can continue using the same bur throughout the cutting procedure.

Benefits of using one PFM crown cutting bur

Reduced instrument changes

Using one bur for both porcelain and metal eliminates the routine need to change instruments when transitioning between the two materials.

Improved clinical workflow

Reducing instrument changes helps simplify the crown removal procedure and can make instrument selection more straightforward.

Efficient cutting performance

The FD8XL is designed to provide efficient cutting through the porcelain veneer and underlying metal framework.

Practical instrument selection

The bur provides a convenient solution for clinicians who regularly remove porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

Consistent cutting approach

The clinician can maintain the same instrument throughout the porcelain and metal cutting stages.

For dental practices regularly performing PFM crown removal, the FD8XL offers a practical solution for streamlining instrument selection and reducing interruptions during treatment.

3. Cut Through a Porcelain Bonded to Metal Crown in Approximately 90 Seconds

Time efficiency is an important consideration when removing existing dental crowns.

The Frank Dental FD8XL has been designed to provide efficient cutting performance through porcelain and metal, helping clinicians reduce the time required for crown removal.

With the correct technique, the bur can cut through a porcelain bonded to metal crown in approximately 90 seconds.

This makes it an attractive option for clinicians seeking to improve the efficiency of their restorative procedures.

Why cutting efficiency matters

Crown removal requires the clinician to maintain access, control the cutting instrument and manage the transition between porcelain and metal.

A bur that struggles to cut efficiently can increase procedure time and may require additional instrument changes.

The FD8XL is designed to provide an efficient cutting action across both materials.

Its cutting geometry helps the clinician progress through the porcelain and continue through the metal framework without routinely changing burs.

The ability to use one instrument throughout the procedure can help simplify the cutting process.

One bur. Both materials. Approximately 90 seconds of crown cutting under suitable clinical conditions.

Actual cutting time will depend on crown thickness, material composition, access, handpiece performance and operator technique.

4. Specialised Tungsten Carbide Cutting Geometry

The Frank Dental FD8XL incorporates specially engineered tungsten carbide cutting geometry designed for crown removal.

The cutting geometry is intended to provide efficient material removal through both porcelain and metal.

This combination is particularly useful when working with porcelain bonded to metal restorations.

Efficient porcelain cutting

Dental porcelain presents different cutting characteristics from metal.

The FD8XL is designed to provide an appropriate cutting action when working through the ceramic veneer.

Its cutting geometry helps the clinician penetrate the porcelain while maintaining a controlled cutting technique.

Continued cutting through metal

Once the porcelain layer has been penetrated, the clinician must continue through the underlying metal framework.

The FD8XL is also designed to cut metal, allowing the procedure to continue without routinely changing to another crown cutter.

This dual-material cutting capability makes it particularly useful for PFM crown removal.

The result is a specialist crown cutting bur designed to simplify the process of sectioning porcelain bonded to metal restorations.

5. Minimal Vibration for Controlled Crown Removal

One of the key features of the Frank Dental FD8XL is its cutting performance with minimal vibration.

Vibration can affect the clinician’s perception of the cutting process and the patient’s experience during crown removal.

A bur that cuts efficiently and smoothly can help provide a more controlled working experience.

The FD8XL is designed to deliver efficient cutting through porcelain and metal while minimising unnecessary vibration.

This helps support a controlled cutting technique when working through different restorative materials.

Why vibration matters

Excessive vibration can make it more difficult to maintain a comfortable and controlled cutting action.

It may also make the procedure feel less predictable when transitioning between porcelain and metal.

The FD8XL’s cutting geometry is designed to provide efficient cutting performance with minimal vibration.

The objective is to combine effective material removal with a controlled clinical technique.

Correct positioning, appropriate speed, handpiece condition and bur maintenance remain important for achieving optimal performance.

6. Recommended Technique – Use the Bur at a 45-Degree Angle

For optimal cutting performance, the Frank Dental FD8XL should be used at a 45-degree working angle.

The correct working angle is an important part of achieving efficient cutting performance.

Positioning the bur appropriately helps establish an effective relationship between the cutting surface and the restorative material.

Rather than approaching the crown with excessive force, the clinician should allow the cutting geometry to perform the work.

Why the 45-degree angle matters

The FD8XL is designed to cut through porcelain and metal using its specialised cutting edges.

The recommended 45-degree working angle helps establish the appropriate cutting position when sectioning the crown.

Correct positioning supports:

• Effective cutting contact.

• Controlled material removal.

• Consistent cutting performance.

• Appropriate access to the cutting area.

• Reduced reliance on excessive pressure.

The precise position and direction of the cut should be adapted to the clinical situation, crown design and available access.

For best results, use the bur at a 45-degree angle and allow the cutting geometry to do the work.

7. No Pressure – Let the Bur Do the Cutting

One of the most important recommendations when using the Frank Dental FD8XL is to avoid applying unnecessary pressure.

Use the bur at a 45-degree angle with no additional pressure.

The FD8XL has been designed to provide efficient cutting through porcelain and metal.

Applying excessive pressure does not necessarily improve cutting performance.

Instead, excessive force can increase friction, heat generation and instrument wear.

It may also compromise the clinician’s ability to maintain a controlled cutting technique.

The correct approach is to allow the cutting edges to engage the restorative material and perform the work.

Benefits of a pressure-free cutting approach

• Helps maintain a controlled cutting technique.

• Avoids unnecessary loading of the bur.

• Helps minimise excessive friction.

• Supports efficient material removal.

• Helps preserve cutting performance.

• Reduces the risk of applying unnecessary force to the handpiece.

Frank Dental recommends using its burs with no more than 2 newtons of pressure.

For the FD8XL, the recommended technique is to work at the 45-degree angle without applying additional pressure.

The clinician should maintain appropriate control and allow the bur to cut naturally.

The aim is to achieve efficient cutting without forcing the instrument through the crown.

8. Designed to Improve Crown Removal Workflow

The FD8XL is designed to simplify crown removal by reducing the need for multiple cutting instruments.

This can be particularly beneficial when removing porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

A conventional approach may require the clinician to select one bur for porcelain and another for the metal framework.

Changing instruments adds an additional step to the procedure.

The FD8XL provides an alternative by combining porcelain and metal cutting capabilities in one instrument.

Streamlining crown removal

The FD8XL supports a more straightforward workflow:

1. Select the appropriate crown cutting bur.

2. Position the instrument at the recommended 45-degree working angle.

3. Begin cutting through the porcelain.

4. Continue through the metal framework using the same bur.

5. Maintain the recommended technique without applying unnecessary pressure.

6. Complete the crown sectioning procedure using the appropriate clinical approach.

This approach can reduce the need for instrument changes and help make crown removal more efficient.

The FD8XL is therefore particularly useful for clinicians who want to simplify their crown removal instrument selection.

9. Frank Dental FD8XL Product Specifications

Manufacturer: Frank Dental GmbH

Product code: C.FD8XL.012.FG

Product type: Porcelain bonded to metal crown cutting bur

Material: Tungsten carbide

Bur diameter: 1.2mm

Shank type: FG friction grip

Primary application: PFM crown removal

Additional applications: Suitable metal crown cutting and amalgam removal

Maximum operating speed: Refer to the current manufacturer’s instructions for the FD8XL variant.

The specifications above should be checked against the manufacturer’s current product information and packaging before clinical use.

10. Suitable Clinical Applications

The Frank Dental FD8XL is primarily designed for porcelain bonded to metal crown removal.

Its ability to cut both porcelain and metal makes it suitable for a range of restorative crown removal procedures.

Porcelain bonded to metal crowns

The FD8XL is particularly useful when removing crowns featuring a porcelain veneer bonded to a metal framework.

The bur is designed to cut through both materials without routinely changing instruments.

Metal crown removal

The FD8XL also provides cutting performance on metal.

This makes it useful for suitable metal crown cutting applications where its geometry and dimensions are appropriate.

Amalgam removal

Frank Dental’s crown cutting geometry is also suitable for cutting and removing appropriate amalgam restorations.

The bur’s cutting design provides an additional application for clinicians who require a tungsten carbide instrument for restorative removal procedures.

Always assess the restorative material and clinical situation before selecting the appropriate instrument.

11. Why Choose Frank Dental?

Frank Dental GmbH is a German manufacturer of dental rotary instruments, recognised for precision-engineered burs and specialist cutting solutions.

The company’s approach focuses on developing instruments designed for specific clinical applications.

The FD8XL is an example of this application-focused engineering.

Rather than providing a conventional bur designed for a single material, Frank Dental has developed a crown cutter intended to work through both porcelain and metal.

This makes the instrument particularly useful for clinicians looking to improve efficiency during crown removal.

Frank Dental FD8XL advantages

• German-engineered dental instrument.

• Specialist tungsten carbide crown cutting bur.

• Designed for porcelain bonded to metal crown removal.

• Cutting geometry developed for porcelain and metal.

• One bur designed to cut through both materials.

• Approximately 90-second crown cutting performance under suitable conditions.

• Minimal vibration during cutting.

• Recommended 45-degree working angle.

• Designed to work without additional pressure.

• Suitable for multiple-use applications in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

12. Correct Operating Speed and Instrument Care

The clinician should always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and the speed recommendations supplied with the instrument.

The appropriate operating speed should be selected according to the restorative material, clinical situation, handpiece and manufacturer’s guidance.

Important operating considerations

• Do not exceed the manufacturer’s maximum permitted speed.

• Use a compatible FG friction-grip handpiece.

• Check that the bur is correctly secured before use.

• Inspect the bur before each procedure.

• Do not use damaged or excessively worn instruments.

• Maintain appropriate cooling in accordance with the clinical procedure and instrument instructions.

• Avoid excessive pressure.

• Follow the manufacturer’s cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions.

• Replace the bur when its cutting performance deteriorates or its condition indicates that it should no longer be used.

Correct maintenance and instrument handling are important for maintaining cutting performance and supporting safe clinical use.

13. Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Frank Dental FD8XL cut through both porcelain and metal?

Yes. The C.FD8XL.012.FG is designed to cut through porcelain and metal, making it suitable for porcelain bonded to metal crown removal without routinely changing burs.

How long does it take to cut through a PFM crown?

With the correct technique, the bur can cut through a porcelain bonded to metal crown in approximately 90 seconds.

Actual cutting time varies depending on crown thickness, material composition, access and clinical technique.

Do I need a separate bur for the metal framework?

Not routinely. The FD8XL is designed to cut through both porcelain and metal using one bur.

What working angle should I use?

Use the recommended 45-degree working angle, adapting the position to the clinical situation and the manufacturer’s instructions.

Should I apply pressure?

The recommended technique is to use the bur without additional pressure.

Allow the cutting geometry to perform the work rather than forcing the instrument through the crown.

Does the bur produce vibration?

The FD8XL is designed to provide efficient cutting with minimal vibration.

Actual vibration and cutting performance depend on the handpiece, bur condition, operating technique and clinical circumstances.

Is the bur suitable for metal crown cutting?

Yes. The FD8XL is designed for metal crown cutting as well as porcelain bonded to metal crown removal.

Is the bur suitable for repeated use?

The FD8XL is designed for multiple-use applications. Reuse must follow the manufacturer’s instructions for inspection, cleaning, sterilisation and instrument condition.

14. Order Frank Dental FD8XL from Crown Dental Burs Ltd

Crown Dental Burs Ltd supplies Frank Dental precision-engineered dental burs to clinicians seeking high-quality rotary instruments for restorative and surgical dentistry.

The Frank Dental FD8XL is an excellent addition to a crown removal instrument selection, particularly for clinicians who regularly remove porcelain bonded to metal crowns.

Its ability to cut through both porcelain and metal using one bur provides a practical solution for streamlining crown removal.

One bur. Both materials. Minimal vibration. Efficient crown removal.

Order the Frank Dental C.FD8XL.012.FG from Crown Dental Burs Ltd.

Discover the advantages of using one specialist crown cutting bur for porcelain bonded to metal crown removal.

Product Summary

Frank Dental C.FD8XL.012.FG

1.2mm tungsten carbide PFM crown cutting bur.

Designed to cut through porcelain and metal using one bur.

Approximately 90-second crown cutting performance under suitable clinical conditions.

Minimal vibration.

Recommended 45-degree working angle.

No additional pressure.

German precision engineering from Frank Dental GmbH.

Available from Crown Dental Burs Ltd.

Clinical use: This product information is intended for qualified dental professionals. Always follow the manufacturer’s current instructions for use, speed limits, cooling requirements, instrument maintenance and sterilisation procedures. Cutting time and clinical outcomes depend on individual conditions and technique.

Performance statement: The approximately 90-second cutting time is a product performance claim and should be understood as an achievable result under suitable clinical conditions, rather than a guaranteed time for every crown.pfm