The Intersection of Periodontal Maintenance and Ultrasonic Instrumentation
Site-specific ultrasonic instrumentation is key to achieving effective periodontal maintenance and supporting periodontal health.
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Tips for Instrumenting First Molar Teeth
Applying advanced principles of periodontal instrumentation to enhance mechanical debridement is key to meeting the goals of nonsurgical periodontal therapy.
Negotiating Deep Pockets with Ultrasonics
Understanding the anatomy, topography, and calculus type is essential to effective power instrumentation of deep pockets.
Ultrasonic Instrumentation Technique for First Molar Teeth
Successful instrumentation of first molar teeth is integral toachieving and maintaining periodontal health.
Ultrasonic Insert/Tip Selection for First Molar Teeth
Choosing the most appropriate ultrasonic inserts/tips for the task at hand is integral to effective ultrasonic instrumentation of this area of the dentition.
Hand Instrumentation of First Molar Teeth
Memorizing the anatomy and proper instrument selection are key to successful scaling of this part of the dentition.
Ultrasonic Instrumentation Tips for Premolars
Effective ultrasonic instrumentation for these teeth depends on the clinician's knowledge of tooth anatomy, ultrasonic insert/tip designs, and technique.
Update on Methods for Oral Biofilm Disruption
Regular personal and professional biofilm removal is key to preventing and treating oral infections.
Instrument Selection for Premolar Teeth
This is key to effective nonsurgical periodontal therapy and periodontal maintenance.
Part 1 of a Two-Part Series: Instrumenting Premolars
The complex root anatomy of these teeth poses a distinct challenge during hand instrumentation.