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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Anterior Sickle on Mandibular Facial SurfacesThis is the anterior sickle 6/7 scaling surfaces to the patient’s left. Always start on the opposite side of the line angle and make sure that the tip is adapted as you go around into the interproximal surface. Use lateral pressure on the pull stroke only and bring the stroke all the way up to the incisal edge. Insert the blade to the base of the pocket only as far as the tissue allows. Have the patient turn as you need to allow better access. Fulcrum on the tooth next to the tooth you are working on. |
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