Orthodontic and Periodontal Materials · CDA

Periodontal curettes are designed to:

  1. Remove only supragingival calculus
  2. Excise inflamed gingival tissue
  3. Remove subgingival calculus and plane roots
  4. Polish coronal enamel surfaces
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Correct answer: Remove subgingival calculus and plane roots

Curettes remove calculus from below the gumline and help smooth root surfaces. They are essential periodontal treatment instruments.

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