instruments and handpieces Flashcards
1
Q
Group of instruments which grab things
A
forceps
2
Q
Group of instruments used to carve anatomy
A
carver
3
Q
Group of instruments used to smooth amalgam
A
burnisher
4
Q
Group of instrument that lift teeth/gum
A
elevator
5
Q
An instrument used to detect decay
A
explorer
6
Q
An instrument used to measure the sulcus depth
A
perio probe
7
Q
An instrument used to reflect light, retract cheek/tongue or indirect vision
A
mouth mirror
8
Q
Used to remove fluid from a patient’s mouth
A
suction
9
Q
Another name for bone cutters
A
rongeur
