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ADEX Dental Hygiene Exam Prep

Category - DANB

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What type of stroke is used to position the working-end at the base of the sulcus pocket or apical to a calculus deposit?
  1. Overlap strokes
  2. Hand pivot angulation
  3. Root debridement work strokes
  4. Placement stroke
Explanation
Answer - D - The placement stroke is used to position the working-end at the base of the sulcus pocket or apical to a calculus deposit. The strokes are used to evaluate the tooth surface or the health of the periodontal tissues. Angulation is 50-70 degrees with a light lateral pressure.
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