Endodontics Instruments Flashcards

1
Q

What is a DG16 instrument?

A

endodontic explorer, a double ended instrument with straight pointed probes

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What is a DG16 used for?

A

to locate the canal orifices, especially in posterior teeth

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3
Q

What is an endodontic spoon excavator?

A

a double ended excavator with a long shank in order to reach deep into prepared cavities

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4
Q

What burrs can you use for access cavities?

A

Diamond round burrs, goose-neck burrs, transmetal burr, endo z burr, tapered diamond burr

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5
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When would you use a diamond round burr?

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to gain entry into tooth structure and restorative materials

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When would you use a goose-neck burr?

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to reach pulp as they have long shanks to provide good visibility

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When would you use a transmetal burr?

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to cut metal such as gaining access through crowns or metal restorations

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When would you use an endo z burr?

A

To deroof the pulp chamber once the chamber has been breached due to its non-cutting tip

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9
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When would you use a tapered diamond burr?

A

to flatten, flare and finish the axial walls of the pulp chamber

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10
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What is one way to classify endodontic instruments?

A

By the method of use?

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11
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What are group 1 instruments?

A

hand-operated endodontic instruments

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12
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Give three examples of group 1 instruments

A

broaches and rasps, K files, Hedstrom files

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13
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What are group 2 instruments?

A

Low speed instruments with latch ty attachment

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14
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Give two examples of group 2 instruments

A

gates-glidden drills and peeso reamers

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15
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What are group 3 instruments?

A

engine driven instruments

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16
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Give two examples of group 3 instruments

A

rotary Ni-Ti instruments, reciprocating instruments

17
Q

What are group 4 instruments?

A

sonics and ultrasonics