Piezo ultrasonic

• What type of motion does a piezo tip perform?

  Linear motion right to left
• Why are the lateral sides of the piezo tip important?

  They need to be adapted to the tooth
• What is the effective portion of the piezo tip?

  The last 2.4 millimeters
• What could happen if the piezo tip is directed at a 90-degree angle to the tooth?

  It could cause damage to the tooth
• What materials can the handpiece contain?

  Crystalline, ceramic, or quartz disc
• How does the disc in the handpiece create movements in the tip?

  It expands and contracts
• How should the water be adjusted when using the piezo tip?

  To a fine mist
• What should be adjusted to accommodate the tenacity of deposits?

  The power of the handpiece
• How is the piezo tip activated?

  With a foot pedal
• What is the name of the tip that is good for heavy super gingival calculus and stain?

  Beaver tail tip
• Why should tips be monitored during use?

  For length and effectiveness
• What type of grasp should be used with the piezo tip?

  Light grasp and pressure
• What types of strokes should be used with the lateral sides of the piezo tip?

  Horizontal, vertical, and oblique strokes
• How should the strokes with the piezo tip be characterized?

  Short, overlapping, constant, and controlled