10 Steps

Question 1

The first step of the cleaning procedure is…

Answer 1

Complete evaluation

Question 2

The first step of the cleaning procedure is complete evaluation. The patient must be _____________ to facilitate completeness and any findings that need to be evaluated by the ___________ for verification

Answer 2

Anesthetized
DVM

Question 3

What is the second step of the cleaning procedure

Answer 3

Supragingival calculus/ plaque removal

Question 4

3 methods of calculus/ plaque removal

Answer 4

1. Forceps
2. Scalers
3. Power assisted

Question 5

What should you always do before power assisted scaling

Answer 5

Irrigate with antiseptic

Question 6

Power assisted scaling uses vibrations that generate heat, that could destroy the _____________ is water cooling and time limit (10sec) are not used

Answer 6

Pulp

Question 7

Ultrasonic scaler cycle per second speed

Answer 7

18k - 45k

Question 8

When using an ultrasonic scaler, what are 6 factors that are important to keep in mind regarding your technique

Answer 8

1. Light touch
2. Use side of tip
3. Know fulcrum
4. Increased pressure= increased damage
5. Keep moving
6. 10 second rule

Question 9

When is a high power setting used with an ultrasonic scaler

Answer 9

Broad tip used supragingivally

Question 10

When is a low power setting used with an ultrasonic scaler

Answer 10

Narrow tips for sub gingival