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Veterinary Technician

Category - Dentistry

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When using mechanical scalers, why is it imperative that irrigation is also used at the same time?
  1. To facilitate the removal of scaled debris
  2. To prevent the overheating of the tooth
  3. To keep the mouth moist
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: B - Water irrigation is an important part of mechanical scaling of teeth so that the tooth is not overheated due to the heat generated by the scaler and the friction of it on the enamel. Overheating of the tooth can result in tooth loss while the excessive friction on the enamel may create ridges on the tooth where plaque will be more likely to adhere in the future.
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