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Instrument Competency Exam

Terms in this set (12)

Nevi 1
Anterior only scaler that has a scaler end and a disk end that is used for stains
Nevi 3
Primarily posterior scaler that has a thin simple hook curve on both ends and can be used anteriorly in advanced instrumentation
Nebraska 128
Anterior Scaler that is single ended
S204s
Posterior only scaler that has the most curvature (almost a 90 degree angle before terminal shank) out of the scalers
YG 7/8
Universal curette that has a short and simple curve at the terminal shank
4R/4L
Posterior only Curette that has a universal blade has a long terminal shank with softer angles
SC 13/14 (Columbia)
Universal curette that has short terminal shank and harsh curves (almost 90 degree angle at terminal shank)
SG 13/14
Posterior and DISTAL ONLY GRACEY curette that has very curvy shank and harsh curves
SG 11/12
GRACEY curette, MESIAL ONLY, long terminal shank with softer curves
SG 1/2
GRACEY curette- anterior only, completely straight from toe-to-toe(all anterior only tools are), long terminal shank
#23 Shepherd's Hook Explorer
Used for sealant retention only, NOT used to detect caries, one curve in the shape of a hook
11/12 explorer
Used anterior and posterior on all surfaces to DETECT CALCULUS
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