INSTRUMENT SHARPENING.

The cutting edge of the hand instruments should always be kept sharp as dull instruments may cause:

1/Loss of control2/More pain3/Prolonged time for operating

procedures4/Reduce the quality and precision of

tooth preparation

ADVANTAGES OF INSTRUMENTS SHARPENING:

1/Less time for the sharpening procedures2/Easier calculus removal 3/Improved stroke control 4/Reduced number of strokes 5/Increased patient comfort and satisfaction 6/Reduced clinician fatigue

Working with dull dental instruments can lead to inefficient procedures, decreased staff and patient satisfaction, and less productivity for your practice

Stationary sharpening stone e.g Arkansas stone, silicone carbide

Mechanical sharpener:Moves at low speed while the instrument is

held at the opposite angle and support by a rest

easier and less time consuming

THANK

YOU.