Which Gracey curette is designed for the mesial surfaces of posterior teeth?

  • Correct answer

    Gracey 11/12

  • Gracey 13/14

  • Gracey 5/6

  • Gracey 7/8

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  • The Gracey 11/12 is designed for mesial surfaces of posterior teeth, while the 13/14 is designed for distal surfaces. The 5/6 is for anterior teeth and the 7/8 for facial and lingual surfaces of posterior teeth.

    Source: Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology — oneguy

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