title: [The sharpening and polishing of dental instruments].
abstract: This article describes the maintenance of dental instruments in a companion animal practice, in particular the correct sharpening techniques for tartar scrapers, curettes, excavators, and elevators. Sharp instruments are essential for the quality and speed of dental care.
authors.affiliation: Centrum De Wagenrenk.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Nijhuis
authors.forename: A W
authors.initials: AW
authors.lastname: van Foreest
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D003729:Dental Care / Q000662:veterinary*; D003762:Dental Instruments / Q000592:standards / Q000662:veterinary*; D008283:Maintenance / Q000379:methods