In contemporary digital dentistry, dental milling burs are the key to achieving precision and productivity in restorations. Zirconia, lithium disilicate, PMMA, or wax no matter what you’re utilizing, the longevity of your milling burs directly impacts the precision of your dental restorations, the pace of your workflow, and the cost of production overall. At HaHasmile, we recognize that performance and durability count when it comes to every single tool and that is why we developed our dental lab equipment to be both affordable and of good quality.
As a leading online dental lab equipment supplier, We offer a range of high-quality dental milling burs made of tungsten carbide with the best coatings to achieve the highest standards of industry. Based on our experience, the following are the top five tips on how to maximize the lifespan of your milling burs and reduce the cost of operating your lab.
- Utilize the Right Milling Bur for Each Material
Different materials require different kinds of burs to work optimally. Using a bur not designed for the material you are milling—such as using an everyday bur on zirconia—will result in rapid wear and inferior results.
We have milling burs that are suitable for different systems like dental Wieland Zenotec Select 5 and Zotion systems. Our dental milling burs are specially designed to handle materials like zirconia, PMMA, wax, and lithium disilicate precisely and long-lasting. For example, diamond-coated burs are most suitable for hard materials like zirconia and also have a longer lifespan of 500–600 units. They are less suitable for materials like PMMA and wax.
By choosing your bur type to suit the material, you not only extend the life of the tool but also improve the milling result.
- Optimize Your Toolpath and Milling Parameters
Getting the proper toolpath parameters can have a significant impact on the wear rate of your milling burs. Over-aggressive settings such as higher feed rate and depth of cut can cause too much heat and stress and lead to premature tool failure.
Ensure your CAD/CAM system is calibrated correctly for the burs you’re using. Our burs are compatible with top systems and designed for consistent performance. Optimizing toolpath settings—such as slowing down feed rates for dense materials or reducing spindle speed for delicate cuts—can preserve both your restoration and your bur.
In addition to caring for your milling burs, ideal settings reduce material waste and enhance surface quality, which lessens the need for remakes or post-processing.
- Clean and Maintain Your Milling Burs Regularly
Debris from zirconia or lithium disilicate can build up on the cutting edges of your burs, reducing cutting efficiency and generating more friction during milling. A simple yet often overlooked step to extending bur life is regular cleaning.
After each use, inspect your burs for debris or residue. Clean them using suitable solvents and avoid harsh abrasives that can wear away the coating. We recommend using a non-corrosive cleaning solution and a soft brush to remove build-up from the bur’s flutes and edges. Proper cleaning ensures that the tool performs consistently across multiple units.
Routine maintenance of associated dental lab equipment, such as vacuum cleaners and dust filters, also contributes to maintaining a clean milling environment—prolonging both the burs and the machine itself.
- Proper Storage Between Uses
When not in use, milling burs should be stored properly to avoid exposure to moisture, contamination, or physical damage. Leaving burs loose in drawers or bins can lead to accidental nicks and dulling of the cutting edge.
Use individual holders or cases to store each bur. Make sure they are kept in a dry, dust-free area, away from corrosive chemicals. All our dental milling burs are inspected and packaged to preserve sharpness and ensure safe storage.
This simple step goes a long way in keeping your burs ready for high-precision milling and reduces the chances of early replacement due to handling damage.
- Use Supportive Products Like Dental Sintering Paste
Though not directly applied to burs, proper use of supporting materials during the dental restoration process impacts the overall efficiency and lifespan of your dental tools.
For instance, our Dental Sintering Paste plays a role during the porcelain operation by securely fixing restorations during firing. This paste prevents restorations from moving or contacting support nails, reducing the need for rework due to misalignment or contamination. Less rework means fewer unnecessary milling cycles—preserving your burs and saving time.
Used in conjunction with top-tier dental milling burs and CAD/CAM milling systems, our Dental Sintering Paste ensures a smooth workflow from design to final restoration.
Why Choose HaHasmile for Your Dental Lab?
With over 10 years of direct manufacturing experience, we specialize in supplying premium dental lab equipment, including zirconia blocks, dental milling burs, PMMA, lithium disilicate, wax blocks, and sintering tools. Unlike resellers or agents, we offer factory-direct prices—up to 30% more affordable than through traditional channels—without compromising on quality.
- Monthly output of 60,000 zirconia blocks
- CE, FDA, and ISO certified
- Products sold in over 100 countries worldwide
- Raw materials sourced from imported nano-grade zirconia powder
- Fast, global shipping with IOSS for EU countries
Whether you’re a small lab or a large-scale denture processing center, HaHasmile offers the reliability, quality, and affordability you need to succeed.