What Type of Scaling Device Is the Most Appropriate for Nonsurgical

question 13

Multiple Choice

What type of scaling device is the most appropriate for nonsurgical periodontal therapy in a patient with a gag reflex?

• A) Magnetostrictive
• B) Manual
• C) Piezoelectric
• D) Sonic

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