Online Tutorial 4: Periodontal Instrumentation RSD

Question 1

What kinds of perio treatment is done in the stabilisation phase of the treatment plan

Answer 1

• OHI
• Removal of plaque retentive factors
• Caries
• Supragingval debridement
• RSD (sub gingival)

Question 2

For Posterior teeth how do you know which curettes are used for the distal surfaces of the teeth

Answer 2

They are blue shaded (gracey 13/14)

Question 3

For Posterior teeth how do you know which curettes are used for the mesial surfaces of the teeth

Answer 3

They have an orange shade (not red): these are the grace 11/12 and 15/16

Question 4

For Posterior teeth how do you know which curettes are used for the buccal-lingual surfaces of the teeth

Answer 4

they are red or light green: these are the grace 7/8 or 9/10

Question 5

What colour grace curettes are used for anterior teeth

Answer 5

Greys and yellows: Gracey 1/2, 5/6 or 3/4

Question 6

How do you know when you have the correct working end

Answer 6

When the lower shank is parallel to the distal surface of the tooth and the functional end goes up and over the crown of the tooth