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  2. Dental explorer - Wikipedia

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    Dental explorers, also known as sickle probes, are tools found in the dental arsenal that are frequently utilised. The explorer is designed with a sharp tip at the end to improve tactile perception. The explorer is designed with a sharp tip at the end to improve tactile perception.

  3. Dental instrument - Wikipedia

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    Another aspect of the syringe is the capability of use, which means dentists are able to easily insert fluid in the device and follow the color coded instructions that allow for efficient use of the dental instrument. [3] The device is so intricately sized that doctors are able to grip it well enough to get the job done. [3]

  4. Jointing (sharpening) - Wikipedia

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    Jointing is usually the first step in the process of sharpening: When sharpening a hand saw blade, the teeth are jointed by running a flat file over the tips of the teeth so that they are all of the same height. Circular saw blades are jointed prior to sharpening so that all teeth protrude from the blade the same distance from the centre.

  5. Periodontal scaler - Wikipedia

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    The composition of hand instruments is continuously evolving, which is why it may be a challenge to find the proper instrument for the right clinical situation. [3] With the broad variation of instrument designs and materials, it allows dental professionals to implement periodontal therapy with reduced strain and increased comfort levels for both the clinician and the patient. [3]

  6. Human tooth sharpening - Wikipedia

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    Human tooth sharpening is the practice of manually sharpening the teeth, usually the front incisors. Filed teeth are customary in various cultures. Filed teeth are customary in various cultures. Many remojadas figurines found in parts of Mexico have filed teeth and it is believed to have been common practice in their culture.

  7. Periodontal probe - Wikipedia

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    The tip of the instrument is placed with light pressure of 10-20 grams [1] into the gingival sulcus, which is an area of potential space between a tooth and the surrounding tissue. It is important to keep the periodontal probe parallel to the contours of the root of the tooth and to insert the probe down to the base of the pocket .

  8. Periodontal curette - Wikipedia

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    The periodontal curette is a type of hand-activated instrument used in dentistry and dental hygiene for the purpose of scaling and root planing. [1] The periodontal curette is considered a treatment instrument and is classified into two main categories: universal curettes and Gracey curettes. [1]

  9. Sharpness (cutting) - Wikipedia

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    Sharpened metal drop-point blade Naturally occurring sharp obsidian piece Shark tooth with a sharp, serrated edge A sewing needle comes to a sharp point. Sharpness refers to the ability of a blade, point, or cutting implement to cut through materials with minimal force, and can more specifically be defined as the capacity of a surface to initiate the cut. [1]