Question 603 · LDEK · Endodontic instruments
Indicate how K-reamers differ from K-files:
1) the material they are made of;
2) the direction of movement during use;
3) the number of helical flutes (grooves) per unit length;
4) the length of the working part.
The correct answer is:
2) the direction of movement during use;
3) the number of helical flutes (grooves) per unit length;
4) the length of the working part.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2.
- B. 2,3.
- C. 3,4.
- D. 1,3.
- E. 1,4.
Hint
Compare the material, length and standardisation of both instruments with the density of their flutes and how each is used.
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