coronal polishing Flashcards
(12 cards)
The purpose of coronal polishing is to ______________
remove stains and plaque
An oral prophylaxis includes which of the following
Removal of calculus and debris
The purpose of selective polishing is to
polish only teeth with stain
Stains that may be removed from the surfaces of the teeth are ____________
extrinsic
Stains that cannot be removed from the surfaces of the teeth are____________
intrinsic
Which is the most recommended technique for stain removal?
Rubber cup polishing
The recommended grasp for the handpiece is the
pen grasp
The purpose of a fulcrum is to _____________
provide stability to the hand
What precaution is taken when using a bristle brush?
Not to traumatize the tissue
Which tooth surface should coronal polishing begin on?
Distal/Buccal surface of most posterior
What can result from using the prophy angle at a high speed?
it can cause frictional heat
The patient’s head is positioned __________ for access to the maxillary anterior teeth.
chin upward
