Periodontal instrumentation /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Pattison, Anna Matsuishi
Other Authors:	Pattison, Gordon L.
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Norwalk, Conn. : Appleton & Lange, ©1992.
Edition:	2nd ed.
Subjects:	Periodontics. Periodontics > Instruments. Periodontics > instrumentation Periodontics Parodontologie. Parodontologie > Instruments, ustensiles, etc. Parodontologie > Appareils et instruments scientifiques. Parodontologie > Instruments. Parodontologie Zahnmedizinisches Instrument

Table of Contents:

Module I. Examination procedures: Extraoral and intraoral examination; Introduction to instrumentation; Use of the periodontal probe; Periodontal examination; Interpretation of probings
Module II. Detection of calculus: Use of the explorer; Use of compressed air
Module III. Scaling and root planing: Fundamentals of scaling and root planings; Scaling and root planing procedure; C. Use of universal curets; Use of the Gracey curets; Instruemtnation of different areas of the mouth; The fifteen principles of instrumentation; Use of sickles; Use of hoes and files; Use of ultrasonic and sonic scaling devices
Module IV. Instrument sharpening: Principles of sharpening; Sharpening curets; Sharpening sickles
Module V. Polishing: Fundementals of polishing; Polishing technique
Module VI. The periodontal patient: Treatment planning; Pain and anxiety control; Exploring the periodontal patient; Advanced root instrumentation; Instruments modified for periodontal patients; Gingival curettage; Periodontal dressings and suture removal; Postoperative instructions; Desensitizing root surfaces.