Hoes and Chisels

Hoes remove large ledges of calculus and stain supragingivally on facial/lingual surfaces (Figure 48). Pull stroke. Straight blade; 45-degree beveled toe; straight shank (anteriors) or angled shank (posteriors).

Chisels dislodge large interproximal calculus bridges (Figure 49). Straight blade with beveled toe; typically a push stroke between teeth.

Figure 48. Hoe.

Figure 48. Hoe.

Figure 49. Chisel.

Figure 49. Chisel.