Sealant Armamentarium

Question 1

Armamentarium for Preparation of Patient

Answer 1

-Patient education materials
-Patient safety glasses
-IPC supplies for operatory

Question 2

Armamentarium for Tooth Preparation

Answer 2

-Mirror
-Explorer
-Pumice
-Slow speed handpiece
-Bristle brush
-Air/water syringe
-Slow-speed saliva ejector
-Floss

Question 3

Armamentarium for Tooth Isolation

Answer 3

-Cotton rolls and holders
-Dri-angles or Rubber dam set up

Question 4

Armamentarium for Etchant Application

Answer 4

-Air/water syringe
-Acid etchant material and applicator
-High volume evacuator
-Mouth mirror
-Slow speed saliva ejector to help maintain a dry field
-Additional isolation materials if required to maintain a dry field

Question 5

Armamentarium for Sealant Application

Answer 5

-Sealant material and applicator, and brush to remove excess material if needed
-Slow speed saliva ejector
-UV protection for patient and operator
-Curing light
-Mirror
-Explorer

Question 6

Armamentarium for Inspection of Sealed Surface

Answer 6

-Mirror
-Explorer
-Floss
-Slow-speed saliva ejector to help maintain a dry field
-Additional sealant material if needed to fill voids

Question 7

Armamentarium for Occlusion Checked

Answer 7

-Mirror
-Articulating paper
-Holder for ariculating paper
-Slow-speed handpick with small round bur if required to adjust occlusion