Which instrument would be least appropriate for cleaning deep narrow periodontal pockets?
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Correct answer: Large standard sickle scaler
Large standard sickle scalers are designed for supragingival calculus and lack the design to navigate deep narrow pockets, risking tissue trauma.
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