The BurButler.

Selecting the "best" bur block depends on your specific clinical needs—such as whether you prioritise universal grip (for mixed bur types), durability (for high-volume sterilisation), or visibility. In 2026, BurButler remains the most frequently recommended choice among clinicians prioritising efficiency and organisation for its innovation, made of medical-grade, autoclavable silicone with a clear autoclavable cover.

The BurButler (by DentalOrganiser) is widely praised for its unique silicone-based design. 

Key Advantage: Unlike traditional metal blocks with fixed-diameter holes, the silicone material physically "grips" the bur, regardless of the shank size or manufacturer. This allows you to organise your burs in the exact order you use them for a specific procedure. It is fully autoclavable and comes in various sizes (from 5 to 60 holes), and 6 colours.

Universal Compatibility: BurButler eliminate the need for separate "FG-only" or "RA-only" blocks. The shafts expand/contract to hold different shank diameters (1.6mm vs 2.35mm) safely.

Preventing spills: BurButler silicone grip is the most secure design available for clinicians who use a mix of different brands and shank sizes and want a clutter-free, systematic setup.

Covers / Lids: If you transport burs between a sterilisation area and the operatory, the BurButler has the only autoclavable clear vented lid that covers the burs, providing aerosol protection and maintaining sterility while preventing burs from being dislodged during transit and with less handling of the burs there is  reduced sharpes injuries.

Spacing of the holes on the BurButler  to allow finger grip allows easy removal and placement of burs by the clinician.

Silicone material  is constructed from medical-grade, autoclavable silicone rather than rigid metal or plastic.

"No-Spill" Security: The tight silicone grip keeps burs in place even if the block is dropped or turned upside down!

Efficiency: Because it holds burs securely and in a specific order, it is excellent for creating procedure-specific "kits" that you can use, clean, and re-sterilise without removing the burs, reducing reprocessing times and saving staff valuable time. Your team will LOVE these and thank you.

Extreme Durability: These blocks have lasted a decade or more, making them the most cost-effective option over the long term.  Dentists who purchased the BurButler in 2012 still report the same function of the BurButler in 2026. 

Physical "Stretch": The silicone's "grip" relies on its morphology. of the patented hole with a taper to guide the shank and inward protruberances to grip the shank. As a single block of material the repeated insertion and removal of the burs will last longer than the flexing of the individual bungs in aluminium blocks.

No metal to corrode. No moving parts to fail. No replacement parts to add costs. 

No "Dead Zone” that is seen with Metal / Bung combinations:  with aluminium blocks organic matter can remain behind the silicone rim or metal / bung interface, the steam in an autoclave may not be able to penetrate that specific area effectively. This creates a "shadow" that shields micro-organisms from the sterilisation process. 

The BurButler Benefit: Because there is no "interface" between two different materials, there is no gap where biofilm can hide. It is essentially one single, solid, autoclavable piece. Because it is made of a single piece of silicone, there is no interface, no "bung,"  It is, by design, the most hygienic option. This gives you a massive advantage here—there is no interface to clean.

Bonus. BurButler has the advantage of silicone antimicrobial technology with direct incorporation of silver-based antimicrobial additives into silicone rubber, which can help inhibit bacterial growth on the surface, though this does not replace the need for rigorous ultrasonic cleaning.

Stability: The BurButler base physical properties naturally provides an anti-slip surface. Aluminium blocks with integrated tops can slide and tipple when the lid is opened. The BurButler clear lid also provides visibility to see the contents at a glance.

Durability of Colour: Since the silicone is coloured throughout, it will never show "faded patches" as an anodised aluminium block may after 5 years of harsh chemicals.

Magnetic Burblocks 

"Magnetic bur stands are designed to  hold dental burs using a strong magnetic base. Prolonged and repeated exposure to magnets can magnetise the burs themselves. This may have implications for their use during dental procedures, as magnetised burs can be attached to other metallic instruments in the treatment area and can thus threaten the supine patient.

On the 25 Nov 20 an urgent safety notice (01/20) went out to all BUPA practices requiring all magnetised bur stands to be immediately disposed off due to their ability to magnetise the actual bur, which was resulting in the bur attaching itself to an instrument eg on the back of a mirror, and then be transferred into the back of patients mouth. This increased the risk of the patient ingesting or inhaling the bur. We confirmed the disposed of all magnetic bur stands and confirmed that they could no longer be ordered.

It  transpired that the burs, previous exposed to magnetised bur stands, could be retaining the magnetism. There have been two reports of burs attaching themselves to instruments, such as to the back of dental mirrors. This means that the risk of retained foreign objects remains high in relation to these magnetised burs and especially with fast handpiece burs.Magnetised surfaces have a tendency to attract and hold onto fine metallic filings or shavings (from grinding amalgam or metal crowns).