Curets Flashcards
What size calculus does the curet remove?
Small and medium size deposits
Which part of the gingiva can curets be used?
Supra and subgingival
Where can the universal curet be used?
In all areas
What type of cutting edges does the curet have?
2 parallel cutting edges, meet at the round toe
How do you achieve correct angulation?
Lower shank must be tilted slightly toward the tooth surface to establish correct angulation
What part of the instrument needs to be adapted for CRS?
Toe-third of cutting edge
What is the correct angle for CRS?
70-80 degree, lower shank must be titled slightly toward tooth surface to achieve correct angulation
What is the lateral pressure for CRS?
Moderate to firm pressure against tooth surface, short controlled calculus removal strokes way from junctional epithelium
Where is the face of the working-end on a universal curet?
90degree angle to lower shank
How should the universal curet be positioned for the anterior teeth?
W/ lower shank across the tooth surface
When using a universal curet on anterior teeth which cutting edges are used?
Outer
At what angle do you insert the curet?
0-40 degree beneath gingival margin
Up to what depth of pockets can you use curets for?
5mm
On Posterior what are inner cutting edges for?
Distal surfaces
On posterior what are outer cutting edges for?
F, L and mesial surfaces
