scaler
- noun
- /ˈskeɪlər/
- Specialized
:
escalador
- Professional cleaning aims to remove hard deposits with the use of a scraping instrument named a scaler.
- an ultrasonic scaler
Examples
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The dentist used an ultrasonic scaler to clean the patient's teeth effectively without causing discomfort.
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Ultrasonic scalers have a pointed tip that vibrates very rapidly and do not require scraping and pulling but rather gently glide across tooth surfaces.
Academic text (2007) -
Once schooling for a dental assistant is completed, and you have a job as a dental scaler, there are many opportunities for advancement.
Blog text (19) -
On your next visit to the dentist, you will probably recognize an ultrasonic scaler with its characteristic "singing" sound produced by the ultrasonic transducer!
Academic text (2007) -
Chances are that your dentist or dental assistant used an ultrasonic scaler to provide periodontal procedures such as having your teeth cleaned or restoration work.
Academic text (2007) -
During dental procedures, the scaler helps in removing plaque and tartar from tooth surfaces.
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Many dental hygienists prefer to use a scaler to ensure thorough cleaning of their patients' teeth.
Synonyms
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A flat or slightly curved tool used to remove material by moving its blade across a surface
A tool like a file or wheel that wears a surface smooth by rubbing
A substance or tool used to remove surface layers from stone and metal
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Etymology
Scaler comes from scale ('hard deposit or layer', like the scale on a kettle or a fish) and -er ('one that does' or 'tool'). So a scaler is a person or tool that removes that 'scale' from teeth or metal surfaces.