prophylaxis angle
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pro·phy·lax·is an·gle
(prōfi-laksis anggĕl)A dental instrument, available in disposable and reusable (i.e., sterilizable) form, which is usually attached to a dental handpiece, into which are fitted various devices intended for specific cleaning and scaling of teeth.
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