FAQs

What is the difference between the original tooth slooth and the tooth slooth II crown seater?

The original Tooth Slooth has been available since 1984 and is used for diagnosing fractured teeth only. The Tooth Slooth II-Crown Seater is a dual headed instrument for multi-purpose use. The smaller Tooth Slooth head helps diagnose fractures in small mouths and 3rd molars. The features at the opposing end of the instrument may be used for the cementation of crowns, onlays and inlays.

Why would I need the original instrument? It seems the Tooth Slooth II-Crown Seater does everything.

The original instrument was designed with an indentation or dimple that fits on most standard size cusps tips. Tooth Slooth II-Crown Seater was designed with a smaller Tooth Slooth head and smaller indentation to isolate smaller cusps tips. Most dentists use both instruments in their practice.

Can the instument be autoclaved and chemiclaved?

Yes, refer to “Sterilization”.

What purpose does the notch and point serve on the Tooth Slooth II?

The notch holds anterior crowns in place while cementing. The point has two purposes.
1. It may be used in the fossa area to aid in the cementation process, and
2. For use in the fossa area when an amalgam is present to test for sensitivity.

I live outside the USA and Canada. Are these instruments available through foreign distributors or s

Yes, however the number of foreign distributors is limited. You may email or write for information regarding a distributor in your country.

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I've always used a cotton roll or orangewood stick for diagnosing fractures, why is the Tooth Slooth