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| Term | carbide bur |
| Pronunciation | KAR-biyd bur |
| Definition | A cutting instrument, used in a handpiece, made of a carbonized metal such as carbide steel or tungsten carbide. Carbide burs are more durable than conventional steel burs. |
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