OS - Intro and instruments

Question 1

what are the 3 types of elevators

Answer 1

Couplands
Warwick James
Cryers

Question 2

What are the 6 upper forceps?

Answer 2

Upper straight/universal
Upper pre-molar
Upper L + R molar 
Upper bayonets
Root forceps

Question 3

What are the 4 lower forceps

Answer 3

Universal lower
Cowhorns
Root forceps
Molar forceps

Question 4

For any multi-rooted tooth, when removing with forceps, do you want to twist the tooth? if not why?

Answer 4

No, because the tooth will fracture and this will make getting the tooth out more difficult

Question 5

What are some useful tips that should always be used with Ex teeth?

Answer 5

Always;
use apical pressure
use your non-dominant hand for support
try to attach the forceps as far down the root of the tooth as possible

Question 6

What is the purpose of luxators and when are they used?

Answer 6

Luxators are used before forceps and they are used to break the PDL and widen the socket

Question 7

On what side of the tooth are luxators used?

Answer 7

The distal buccal side and then move mesially. Use apical pressure then rotate from D - M.

Question 8

On what side of the tooth must Luxators never be used and why?

Answer 8

You must not come from the lingual side as there is potential to damage the lingual nerve.

Question 9

With an ELEVATOR, what basic mode of action should you carry out to move the tooth?

Answer 9

Wheel and axle (rotation)

• Place in at an angle
• Wedge roughly ar the CEJ
• Rotate instrument

Question 10

What basic mode of technique is used for LUXATORS?

Answer 10

Wedge

Question 11

What are the basic principles that should be always carried out before and during extractions?

Answer 11

Always risk assess - ensure good planning and check MH
Use aseptic technique
Minimise trauma to the bone and soft tissues