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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Sextant #3 Lingual AspectThis video demonstration is the maxillary arch, lingual aspect, the mesial surfaces with the Gracey 11/12. The reinforced technique has the working hand with an extraoral fulcrum, palm up with the back of the fingers resting against the face and chin. The reinforced hand will use the left index finger to gently retract the cheek and depress the tongue. The index finger is placed on the upper shank. The left thumb is placed on the knuckle of the right thumb to bridge for reinforcement. Use a vertical pull stroke with the hand and arm moving as a single unit to get additional pressure and stability. Additional reinforcement includes the pinching technique with the index finger and thumb on the upper shank for more lateral pressure. |
Welcome to Registered Dental Hygienist Development, brought to you by Margaret Newville RDH, MEd. This resource is intended for both dental hygiene students and their faculty. Browse videos demonstrating the basic instrumentation used in beginning scaling techniques. There are also sample images of radiographs to practice identifying normal and abnormal findings. Expansion of RDH Development is in progress so check back frequently!
Midterms are over so we have reached the half-way point in the semester. It is important to focus on what you accomplished and not get discouraged by the amount of work that is still to be done. A famous quote to think about is: “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” by Abraham Lincoln. We only have 6 more weeks so “just keep swimming” as a wise Junior once said. More News