Minor oral surgery instrument identification test

How is a scalpel used?

To make an incision/cut gingiva

What is a periosteal elevator used for?

To lift the gingiva from the bone

What is a soft tissue retractor used for?

To retract the cheek and tongue

What are Spencer wells forceps used for?

To clip or remove tissue and to attach a blade to its handle.

What are suture scissors used for?

To cut sutures

What are suture scissors with suture needle used for?

To close up open wounds and put sutures in.

What is a surgical aspirator tip used for?

To perform controlled aspiration

What is a surgical hand piece used for?

To remove bone in order to access a tooth

What is saline solution, irrigation syringe, and a needle for surgical procedures used for?

To clean and disinfect surgical the area of the mouth.

What are haemostatic agents used for?

To aid and achieve haemostasis

What is a gauze pack used for?

To achieve haemostasis