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1
Q

___________ are the universal lower arch extraction forceps.

A

151 forceps

2
Q

The forceps useful for extracting lower exposed molars only, referred to as cowhorn.

A

23

3
Q

301, 34 elevators are used for what?

The smaller numbered elevators have _________tips.

A

Loosening the teeth

Wider

4
Q

What removes root stumps?

A

Cryer elevators

5
Q

__________ is used to remove root tips which have broken off.

A

Root picks

6
Q

Periosteal elevator is used to separate the _______ from ________.

A

Gums

Bone

7
Q

Seldin retactror is a ________ retractor.

A

Tissue

8
Q

___________ is used to hold the cheeks and tongue out of the way.

A

Minnesota retractor

9
Q

____________ remove debris and blood from small areas such as tooth sockets.

A

Surgical suction

10
Q

The dean scissors are used for what?

A

Cut sutures and tissue

11
Q

_____________ holds the suture needle securely so the sutures may be placed in the tissue to close the wound.

A

Needle holders

12
Q

Sutures are used to sew up the _________.

A

Surgical site

13
Q

What are the common scalpel blades?

A

12 blade and # 15 blade

14
Q

__________ is used for removing tarter or calculus - always have a pointed end.

A

Scaler

15
Q

Curettes tip is __________.

A

Rounded

16
Q

__________ an inflammation of the gingiva caused by plaque.

A

Gingivitis

17
Q

The ______________ is an instrument with millimeter markings on the probe which allows the examiner to determine how deep the pocket is.

A

Periodontal probe

18
Q

The disease process in which the attachment of the gums to the teeth breaks down, forming a periodontal pocket.

A

Periodontitis

19
Q

___________ are made of titanium and become artificial root for crown or bridge.

A

Dental implants

20
Q

What are the universal upper arch extraction forceps called?

A

150 forceps

21
Q

_________ is the field of dentistry dealing with the removal of teeth (EXODONTIA), the surgical correction of traumatic injuries to the jaws and face, and the surgical correction of bony structures surrounding the teeth.

A

Oral surgery