This course will focus on the unique characteristics of curved left and right ultrasonic instruments and guide clinicians on a path whereby improved access to biofilm can lead to better treatment outcomes. Via a specialized camera, technique demonstrations will enhance this session as participants use curved instruments, typodonts, and live magnetostrictive ultrasonic units through quick-paced activities.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this session attendees will be able to:
Discuss the rational for curved instruments and use a variety of active tip surface to enhance biofilm access.
Analyze a variety of visual cues needed to ensure the selection of curved left and rights are maximized in all four quadrants.
Demonstrate effective curved instrument adaptation in furcations, concavities and the CEJ and use a curved ultrasonic instrument to remove simulated biofilm from an artificial furcation.
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