suturing and surgical technique

Question 1

what are luxators used for

Answer 1

severing PDL and making space for elevators

Question 2

how should you hold suture holders

Answer 2

with thumb and ring finger

Question 3

why should suture knot be tied at the side of wound rather than on top

Answer 3

if tied on top it may impair healing

Question 4

name 3 general principles of flap raising/ general oral surgery

Answer 4

maximum access with minimal trauma
minimal trauma to dental papillae
no crushing
keep tissues moist
ensure flap margins and sutures lie on sound bone