Description
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Ainsworth perforator is the indicated instrument for rubber dam drilling. Made of Stainless Steel The hole sizes designed for each tooth in permanent dentition are:
- #1 for mandibular central and lateral incisors (the smallest).
- #2 for central and lateral incisors. maxillary laterals. Maxillary and mandibular canines.
- #3 for premolars.
- #4 for molars.
- #5 for anchor teeth (larger).
The oral cavity must be observed before making the holes to adapt them to the patient’s specific dentition. A space of 3 to 3.5 mm is maintained between the holes. The rubber dam perforator must be cleaned, bagged individually or placed in an instrument tray for sterilization. Hinged instruments should remain open for sterilization.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]