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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Eleven Twelve area Specific CuretThe 11/12 area specific curet is designed for mesial surfaces of the posterior teeth. The correct working end is determined by making the lower shank parallel to the tooth surface you are working on. Always start with the most posterior tooth in the sextant and move toward the midline. Place the anterior 1/3 of the blade on the tooth just distal to the mesial line angle. Begin to go subgingivally and interproximally with an exploratory stroke until you detect calculus. At that time engage strong lateral pressure for your working stroke to remove any areas of calculus you have detected. After the working stroke has removed the gross calculus, return to the mesial line angle and use a root planing stroke which is moderate but firm lateral pressure to leave a smooth tooth surface. |
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