Some people keep their eyes closed at the dentist. Others stare at the ceiling or watch tv. No matter if you’re visiting your dentist for a routine checkup or much-needed restorative care, you might be curious about the tools being used for your oral care since you probably haven’t gotten a great look at them. After all, it’s your mouth – you should know what’s going on in there. When you consider the key instrument for tooth extraction in the 1300s was called a “dental pelican,” you can thank your lucky stars for having access to modern dental technology. Keep reading for a brief guide of basic dental instruments in Chardon and what they are used for.
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