What are the instruments used in tooth extraction?

In simple teeth extractions, there are two instruments used to extract teeth and they are dental extraction forceps and the periosteal elevator.

What are hand cutting instruments in dentistry?

Hand cutting instruments allow the dentist, dental hygienist or dental assistant to remove decay manually from teeth for final restoration. The hand cutting instruments include the chisel, excavator, elevator, gingival margin trimmer, hand piece, hoe, hatchet, scalar, and Wilson.

How much does a veterinary dental machine cost?

Digital systems typically range from around $6000 to $16,000 in cost, and are rapidly becoming the standard in practice due to their time savings.

What are dental curettes?

The periodontal curette is a type of hand-activated instrument used in dentistry and dental hygiene for the purpose of scaling and root planing. The periodontal curette is considered a treatment instrument and is classified into two main categories: universal curettes and Gracey curettes.

What is a dental hoe?

The hoe can be very useful to remove large ledges of calculus and stain from supra-gingival areas on the facial and lingual surfaces (Figure 48). The hoe is used with a pull stroke. The blade is straight, and the toe has a 45º bevel. It can have a straight or angled shank.

What are the three parts of a dental instrument?

Each hand instrument is composed of three parts: the handle, the shank, and the blade.

How do you test the sharpness of dental instruments?

Sharpness can be checked by looking at the cutting edge of the instrument under a good light source, to see if there is any light reflected back. The instrument is deemed to be sharp when the cutting edge reflects no light. An acrylic test stick can also be used to test sharpness.

How much of a tooth is below the gumline?

Root. This is the part of the tooth that is hidden below the gum line. The root is about 2/3 of the tooth’s total length. It firmly anchors the tooth in the jaw bone, allowing for support while chewing food.