Ultrasonic Insert/Tip Selection for First Molar Teeth

By Kathleen O. Hodges, RDH, MS

Thorough periodontal debridement, through hand and ultrasonic instrumentation, is essential for first molar teeth due to the stability and function they provide for a patient’s dentition. Often periodontitis is found in first molar teeth due to length of time since eruption, complex anatomy, and location in the oral cavity. Patient self-care and professional debridement are challenging for these reasons.

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